PAT Parent Educator / Peer Recovery Specialist

Home Visitor/Peer Recovery Peer Specialist for Parents as Teachers

18 Degrees is where new beginnings come to light for children and families – join us on our journey into a new day! At 18 Degrees, we cultivate teams and leaders to embrace the principles of diversity, equity and inclusiveness to support the needs of our community. 

Full time position at our Pittsfield location. This is a home visiting role with a peer recovery component (peer recovery training will be provided/required). 

• The right candidate uses their own lived experience to better connect and engage with individuals who are or have been affected by substance abuse [directly or indirectly]. Individuals with personal, lived recovery experience are encouraged to apply. 
• The position provides evidence-based programming to families throughout Berkshire County. 
• Relevant experience in the human service field desired, lived experience may substitute. 
• Knowledge of child development and parenting; ability to engage all families; data tracking; and partnership with community resources important. 
• Position requires average computer skills and data input ability.

Multi-cultural/multi-lingual candidates encouraged to apply. Send cover letter and resume to Paula McDermott, 18 Degrees, 480 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201 or apply online. Visit our website at www.18degreesma.org. AA/EOE