Peer Specialist
RiseWell Community Services•Medford, NY
•$0 - $21•Onsite
About The Position
RiseWell Community Services is seeking a Full-time Peer Specialist to join the ACT Team in Medford, NY. As a Peer Specialist, you will provide direct services and peer support with a focus on recovery in a community based, multi-disciplinary team for adults with Severe Mental Illness and Substance Abuse.
Requirements
- Lived experience relevant to client population.
- Current NYS license as a Peer Specialist and/or Youth Peer Advocate.
- A valid and clean NY State driver license.
- Minimum 1 years of experience in a treatment or rehabilitation setting.
- Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct services and peer support with a focus on recovery in a community based, multi-disciplinary team for adults with Severe Mental Illness and Substance Abuse.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
- Comprehensive Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
- Supplemental Pet Insurance
- Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
- Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
- Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
