Peer Specialist Crisis Residence
About The Position
Exciting opportunity to join our multidisciplinary team as a full or part time Peer Specialist! Non-Certified Peer Specialist pay rate range: $15.81 -$16.78 (Salary posted in posting is for a Certified Peer): $18.06 - $19.09 If you are either a OMH NY Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) via the Academy of Peer Services credentialing or OASAS Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) Must show proof of certification! Our Crisis Residence provides a safe, supportive environment designed to help individuals stabilize psychiatric symptoms while offering person-centered, trauma-informed services. This short-term program allows participants to stay for up to 28 days as they prepare to transition back into the community. Join our team and make a meaningful impact in advancing our comprehensive specialty care residence while supporting participants on their recovery journey.
Requirements
- Valid and clean New York State driver’s license is preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Lived experience with homelessness, mental illness, substance use, or living with HIV/AIDS is required.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Reliable transportation is required.
- Certification(s), if applicable, must be provided.
Nice To Haves
- OMH NY Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) via the Academy of Peer Services credentialing
- OASAS Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA)
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support services to participants.
- Educate clients about available community resources.
- Assist participants in connecting with program services.
- Accompany participants to appointments as needed.
- Support clients in developing health literacy skills.
- Share effective coping strategies based on personal lived experience.
- Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with agency standards.
- Promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, and belonging.
Benefits
- 13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year)
- 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave
- 12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
- Major medical leave
- Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
- 403b company contributions begin after two years of employment
- 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place.
- Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
