Mentor, Community Health, Substance Abuse Counselor

Position: Mentor - Full-time
Job Title:

Mentor Status:
Full-time, non-exempt

Location:

Swissvale, PA

Reports to:

Supervisor, POWER Connection About POWERPOWER is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to helping women reclaim their lives from addiction. We provide trauma-informed treatment and recovery support services for women with substance use and co-occurring disorders, fostering a safe, supportive environment where women can heal, grow, and build lasting recovery.

Why This Role Matters The Mentor, is a critical role in supporting women in recovery by providing peer-based, non-clinical services rooted in lived experience. This position helps individuals navigate recovery by offering guidance, encouragement, and connection to community resources. Through relationship-building, mentorship, and skill development, the Mentor empowers clients to make recovery-oriented changes and build sustainable, healthy lives.

What You'll DoClient Engagement & Recovery Support Provide ongoing recovery support services to approximately 20–30 individuals

Conduct outreach and use assertive engagement strategies

Build trusting relationships and motivate clients

Model healthy recovery behaviors

Recovery Planning & Skill Development Complete needs assessments and develop Recovery Plans Monitor progress and review plans regularly

Teach recovery and life skills

Empower clients in their recovery journey

Resource Navigation & Community Connection Connect clients to community resources

Assist with accessing services and support networks

Provide education on self-help groups

Promote multiple pathways to recovery

Collaboration & Care Coordination Partner with providers and agencies

Work with internal teams

Support treatment engagement

Participate in meetings

Documentation & Administrative Responsibilities Complete documentation accurately and on time Maintain records per policy

Participate in training and outreach

What You Bring Required Must  be at least 18 years of age, have a minimum of 4 years' experience living with a substance abuse disorder, and a minimum of 4 years' of demonstrated recovery time. Must be willing to share personal recovery experience

High school diploma or GEDValid driver's license in good standing

Reliable vehicle and motor vehicle Insurance Act 34, 33, and 73 Clearances Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and sharepoint navigationCRS (Certified Recovery Specialist) credential required; or ability to complete required training for subsequent certification by the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) within three months of hire.

Preferred Two years' work history in a behavioral health care environment preferred Knowledge of ROSC and trauma-informed care Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and with all types of people

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and sharepoint navigation

Demonstrate sensitivity to the complexities of problems with alcohol and other drug use and the challenges of recovery

Open to multiple-pathways approach to treatment and recovery services Working Conditions Ability to work and deliver services in the community; including but not limited to client's homes, CYF offices, health care facilities/hospitals, the Allegheny County Jail, and other locations throughout Allegheny County.

Ability to maintain a reliable vehicle and travel daily for the role. This includes weather changes.

Ability to work the hours necessary to complete the work.

The ability to withstand various weather patterns and traverse stairs to approach client homes.

What Success Looks Like (First 90 Days)
Builds relationships with clients

Engages community effectively

Implements Recovery Plans Connects clients to resources

Maintains accurate documentation

Collaborates with team Benefits & Perks Benefits Health , dental, vision and prescription benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Retirement plan (401k with match)
Life Insurance, long term disability

Professional development

Educational reimbursement

PerksA great team and culture

Employee art room Employee meditation room

Free Coffee! Why You'll Love Working at POWERMission-driven work, collaborative environment, and meaningful client impact.

Our Commitment to You Supportive leadership and development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity EmployerPOWER is an equal opportunity employer.