Peer Gambling Ambassador | Hyannis

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWhy Work for Gandara:Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gndara team today!Benefits:Retirement Plan 403(b)Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life InsurancePaid vacationsPaid holidays8 discretionary daysMileage ReimbursementAdditional Benefits:Career Growth OpportunitiesCulturally Diverse populationClinical Licensing SupportJob Title: Peer Gambling AmbassadorWork Location: Hyannis, MABilingual Candidates Encouraged to ApplyEOE M/F/D/VUnion/Non-Union Job Summary:We're looking for a Peer Gambling Ambassador to deliver problem gambling prevention education to primary men of color with a history of substance misuse. These services are delivered in community-based settings, within communities disproportionately impacted by problem gambling in Massachusetts. This initiative is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Office of Problem Gambling Services.Duties and Responsibilities:Participation in all training activities and eventsAttend weekly supervisionAttend monthly statewide meetingsWork in collaboration with other peer ambassadors locationsDevelop relationships with other community organizationsConduct outreach in the communityPlan and facilitate individual education sessions in the communityPlan and co-facilitate group education sessions in the communityReport education activities back to the team and supervisorMinimum Qualifications:Openness to learn and serve the communityOpenness to embracing and working with culturally and linguistically diverse men of colorPreference is given to men of color and in recoveryOpenness to supporting all pathways of recoveryValid drivers license preferred or in processPossessor willingness to learn basic computer skillsBilingual (English & Spanish), Bicultural, encouraged to apply.Must have a valid Massachusetts Drivers License and the vehicle in good operating condition.The Gndara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training

Created: 2025-03-31