Peer Specialist

FORTUNE SOCIETY INC•New York, NY

4d•$27 - $27

About The Position

The Peer Specialist will function as a role model, exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills, and serve as an advocate providing peer support and resources to tenants served in housing. The Peer Specialist will also assist in inspiring, promoting empowerment, and fostering self-determination among our participants. In addition, the Peer Specialist will assist participants in practicing self-sufficiency through activities that emphasize the development and enhancement of life skills.

Requirements

Certification as a Certified Recovery Specialist
Ability to travel throughout the 5 boroughs to escort the client to appointments via Public Transportation.
Ability to assist with educating the tenant on their individualized treatment goals
Ability to work under strict confidentiality and promoting HIPPA laws
Ability to be receptive to feedback and supervision for development
Knowledgeable in utilizing motivational interviewing and trauma-informed techniques
Must be able to identify and build on the strengths of each tenant
Must be able to network in partnership with other agencies to ensure that tenants receive the best possible services conducive to their overall well-being
Able to work with tenants from diverse backgrounds, who may suffer from mental health disorders and substance usage challenges.

Nice To Haves

Relevant personal experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist tenants with identifying sustaining coping techniques and self-help strategies.
Assist tenants with working with their Case Manager in determining steps deemed necessary to achieve treatment goals,
Assist the Case Manager in identifying possible tenant barriers, interventions, and treatment programs,
Escort tenants as needed to various appointments via public transportation,
Conduct follow-up with tenants via telephone outreach and/or home visits,
Assist tenants with understanding the team's recommendations geared towards their personal goals,
Assist with building confidence, which will support tenants with engaging in self-management skills,
Assists the tenant with taking steps toward behavioral change,
Refer tenants to wellness services that are conducive to strengthening their overall sustainability.
Assist with identifying and referring tenants to treatment programs that will address their substance usage.
Assist with coordinating to ensure that tenants are attached to a Primary Care Physician
Encourage tenants to participate in shared decision-making and discussion with our Case Management team to enhance adherence to the treatment plan.
Ensuring progress notes are entered into the database in a timely fashion,
Filing various information into the individual tenants' charts,