Outreach & Training Peer Specialist
About The Position
The Outreach and Training Peer Specialist develops and delivers curriculum to are agency designed to train individuals in the role of peer specialists. This includes helping individuals to explore the role through obtaining certification and; obtaining, and sustaining employment through outreach, training, internship, support, and advocacy services. This position is not providing direct peer support, although the candidate will have experience in proving direct peer support. This position required a NYS Peer Certification through the APS. This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:
Requirements
- New York Certified Peer Specialist required
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and practice of the values and principles of trauma-informed peer support
- Ability to model, facilitate, and convey the message that healing is possible and probable
- Ability to offer, facilitate, inspire, and support others in offering mutual support through connection and base on the key principles of respect, shared responsibly, and mutual agreement of what is helpful
- Ability to connect, validate, and be vulnerable with all people
- Ability and willingness to speak publicly and one-to-one using telephone, online platforms, and in person
- Exhibit oral, reading, writing, and computer skills
- New York Certified Peer Specialist
- 2 years+ delivering peer support
- Demonstrated ability to conduct trainings/lead group discussion
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver training courses for the Careers in Recovery and Wellness/Peer Specialist Program; offering flexibility and hybrid options
- Assist all past graduates with career support and job exploration
- Work with collaborative partners to offer internship, volunteer and paid placements
- Promote the program to ensure enrollment numbers are met
- Offer monthly job support meetings/groups
- Connection, relationship building, and collaboration with agencies who are offering peer services
- Continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, philosophy, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to peer support and peer services
- Maintain and update communication, data bases, and materials
- Read and responds to emails
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Mileage Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
