Certified Peer Specialist

Access Supports•Kingston, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a CCBHC Certified Peer, you will be a vital part of an integrated behavioral health team, providing hope, support, and guidance to individuals with serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders. Your voice and perspective matter — you will help bridge the gap between clinical services and real-life recovery through authentic connection and empowerment.

Requirements

Personal lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery.
Experience overcoming life challenges while coping with a behavioral health condition.
New York State Peer Certification or Provisional Certification.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work evenings/weekends as scheduled.
Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
Peer support experience in a behavioral health or recovery setting.
Knowledge of local community resources and recovery-oriented supports.
Familiarity with trauma-informed and person-centered approaches.

Responsibilities

Welcome individuals into care with warmth, compassion, and the belief that recovery is possible.
Support individuals in setting and achieving their personal recovery goals.
Use your own lived experience to foster a recovery mindset and demonstrate what is possible.
Establish mutual, respectful, and trusting partnerships.
Help individuals identify and build on their personal strengths and life skills.
Support individuals in accessing community resources and building meaningful connections.
Guide individuals toward community supports and services.
Offer nonjudgmental listening and shared experiences.
Help others envision and navigate their own recovery paths.
Assist with identifying barriers and exploring strategies to overcome them.
Introduce individuals to the principles of recovery, including stages, tools, and culture.