Peer Specialist

The Peer Specialist • Staten Island, NY

22d

About The Position

The Peer Specialist is an active member of the SI PROS Team and works closely with the program manager. The role models personal recovery and the use of coping skills, serves as a consumer advocate, and provides participants with consumer information and peer support. The Peer Specialist helps participants regain independence in the community, learn and practice skills, monitor progress, use effective coping techniques and self-help strategies, and advocate for effective services. The position also facilitates recovery groups based on established curricula, assists participants as needed, supports a safe and supportive SI PROS community space, and assists with meal services.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in behavioral health services or a mental health setting.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and database navigation.
• Ability to sit for long hours and use a computer and/or office equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree, bachelor's degree, or Peer certificate.

Responsibilities

• Model personal recovery and the use of coping skills for peers.
• Serve as a consumer advocate and provide consumer information and peer support to participants.
• Help participants regain independence within the community and learn and practice new skills.
• Help participants monitor their progress.
• Model effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
• Support participants in advocating for themselves to obtain effective services.
• Facilitate recovery groups based on established curricula.
• Assist participants in areas where they require help.
• Support the SI PROS community space and help ensure a safe, supportive environment.
• Assist with meal services at SI PROS.
• Work closely with the program manager as an active member of the SI PROS Team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED