Peer Recovery Aide - PT

Job Details: Job Location: Comanche Nation Prevention & Recovery - Lawton, OK, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Salary Range: $16.00 - $22.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Rotating 24/7 Schedule, Job Category: Substance Abuse Recovery , OPENING DATE:  September 3, 2026

CLOSING DATE:  Open Until Filled

24/7 Facility – Shifts will vary. Will include evening, weekends and/or holidays.
Part-Time: up to 29 hours weekly

POSITION SUMMARY: Will be responsible for providing supervision, support, guidance, assistance and etc. to residential clients who are in Residential care for Alcohol Use Disorder, Substance Use Disorder, Opioid Use Disorder, and/or Co-Occurring Disorders.

Must be willing to get certified as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist, as well as getting CPR/1st aid certification, and other certifications, as needed. Will also provide minimal general office/clerical support to include, but not limited to, telecommunications, queries, correspondences, reporting, filing and etc. Must be willing to adhere to funding requirements as CNP&R/Reintegration has various funding agencies/sources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Maintain a positive, professional and courteous demeanor at all times.
Work effectively, efficiently and collaboratively with Comanche Nation Prevention & Recovery/Reintegration colleagues, colleagues of Comanche Nation and its entities, clients, prospective clients, tribal members, and community members.
Provide supervision, support, guidance, assistance and etc. to clients in accordance with the Residential Treatment Center policies and procedures.
Maintain a calm, composed, and competent demeanor in an emergency and/or crisis situation/demand.
Be familiar with all client services within the department and Nation to provide information and/or assistance when needed
Transport, with safe driving practices, of clients to scheduled meetings, appointments, activities, and etc.
Willing to facilitate curriculum related to topics of addiction, relapse prevention, and etc.
Report and keep management apprised of issues, problems, complaints and/or concerns expressed.
Monitor, Report and utilize OPUS for client behavior, participation, complaints, concerns, issues, and etc.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of area(s).
Other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: Will report to Prevention and Recovery Inpatient Director and/or Lead Peer Recovery Aide. No supervisory authority.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Must be able to operate a motor vehicle, Hearing and vision in normal range, with or without corrections.
Employee must be able to move and lift at least 5lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Professional and confidential as majority of work will be in a Residential Facility and office setting. Occasional outreach activities and community events.Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
Integrity- Ability to handle confidential data, applications, information and etc.
Diverse Oriented - Ability to work efficiently and effectively regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
Communication, Written & Oral – Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
Computer/Printer Skills- Proficient in using computers, programs (Microsoft office & OPUS), typing and operating standard office equipment
Customer Service- Ability to be courteous, patient, professional, helpful and etc.
Multitasking/Time Management - Ability to complete multiple tasks given and complete within given deadlines.
Organizational Skills- Schedule appointments, if needed, give direction/information, and organization of area.
Initiative - Ability to take action.
Experience/Knowledge of 12-step and/or similar recovery programming.
Experience working with Federally Recognized Tribes and/or organizations.
Be willing to obtain PRSS and First Aid/CPR training
Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and be insurable under the Nation’s policy.
Must be willing to submit and pass a drug test,
Must be willing to submit to a background check.
Preference given to Comanche Tribal Members

Education:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

Annual Leave (part time rate- 2 hours per pay period)
Sick Leave (part time rate – 2 hours per pay period)
Birthday Leave
Bereavement Leave (5 paid days off for specified family members)
Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Comanche Nation does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

COMANCHE PREFERENCE applies in accordance to the Comanche Nation Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Eligible applicants must submit proof of enrollment with employment application to receive Comanche preference.  
 

INDIAN PREFERENCE applies in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC Section 472), Form 4432 must be submitted with employment application to receive Indian Preference. Non-Indian applications will be considered in the absence of qualified Comanche and/or Indian preference applicants. 

VETERAN PREFERENCE applies in accordance to the Comanche Nation Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Eligible applicants must submit proof of veteran status, DD Form 214, with employment application to receive veteran preference