Peer Coordinator

NYC Criminal Justice Agency • New York, NY

8d • $58,349 • Onsite

About The Position

The Peer Coordinator reports directly to the Peer Supervisor and supports all peer team coordination tasks and administrative duties. The Peer Coordinator is also responsible for providing holistic, person-centered support and mentorship to a team of Peer Specialists. The Peer Coordinator also facilitates internal and external wellness and recovery groups for staff and program participants. They will also serve as the direct liaison between external organizations and the peer staff when helping clients understand the benefits of referrals being made.

Requirements

• HS Diploma is required. Some college preferred.
• OASAS/OMH Peer Specialist Certification (both NYS Certified Peer Specialist and NYS Certified Recovery Coach or Certified Recovery Peer Advocate) required.
• 3 years of professional experience as a Peer Specialist, Peer Advocate, or Peer Counselor in a Behavioral Health or Criminal Justice setting required. Experience providing community-based Peer support to underserved communities and populations required.
• History of lived experience in recovery and/or the criminal justice system required. As an individual who actively participates in their own recovery from mental illness and/or substance use, must be willing to appropriately and effectively utilize their recovery experience to engage and support others
• Strong knowledge of and demonstrated ability to apply person-centered, recovery-oriented practices and principles
• Strong proficiency in using computer software applications such as Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), email, web browser and database/file management systems required
• Experience with online communication tools such as video conferencing (Teams, Zoom, etc.), chat, and collaboration software required
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in compliance with agency and state guidelines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Proficiency in exercising sound and quick judgment
• Excellent communication, written documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Effective group facilitation skills
• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability with excellent time and self-management skills
• Computer literate with a willingness to learn and adapt to modern technologies and software applications as needed for the position
• Must be willing to work evening and weekend hours, as operations expand
• Willingness to travel via public transportation to conduct community visits with participants
• Willingness to accompany to and support participants in court

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Wellness and Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) and Intentional Peer Support (IPS) preferred
• Knowledge of NYC Court Operations, preferred
• Bilingual skills preferred (Spanish, Mandarin, Korean, French-Creole, a plus). Those with other language skills are also encouraged to apply
• Familiarity with Pretrial/Supervised Release, Alternative to Detention (ATD), Alternative to Incarceration (ATI) or other advocacy program models
• Working knowledge of community-based treatment programs (substance use, mental health, etc.) and other support services and resources (housing, education, employment, vocational, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide support and mentorship to a team of Certified Peer Specialist.
• Support the Peer Supervisor with all team coordination and administrative duties, including review and assignment of Peer referrals and re-arrest/mandatory programming/weapons charges cases. The Peer Coordinator will serve as acting Peer Supervisor in the Supervisor’s absence.
• Conduct internal program chart reviews on a quarterly basis, as well as capturing data and tracking outcomes of referrals and assignments.
• Support the Peer Supervisor in the development and facilitation of evidence-based groups, training, and team-building activities to increase team engagement and development. Will also assist with the onboarding of new Peer staff.
• Assist in ensuring the team is adhering to all QSRP and agency policies and procedures
• Will be responsible for managing a small caseload of participants with complex needs requiring experienced Peer support on a case-by-case basis. Provide advocacy, outreach and engagement, referral assistance, self-help tools, recovery support, transitional support, and pre-crisis/crisis support in office, community, or virtual settings (i.e., telephonic support, video calls/chats, etc.)

Benefits

• CJA offers a very generous benefit plan including health, dental and vision insurance, a comprehensive mental health, and wellness (EAP) plan, four weeks’ vacation, paid holidays, and a retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• CJA is also strongly committed to professional learning and development for its staff members and offers staff varied opportunities for learning and development through partnerships and vendor services for web based, in-person professional development training, as well as in-house job training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees