Peer Specialist

Options for Community Living, Inc. • Brentwood, NY

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Options for Community Living, Inc. is committed to helping Long Island’s most vulnerable families and individuals live healthier, more stable, and productive lives. In 1982, Options was established to respond to the need for housing in the community for people with serious mental illness. Today, Options serves over 2,000 adults and children annually and manages more than 160 residential properties across Long Island.

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for a Care Navigator (Peer Specialist) to join our team!

Requirements

• Must be able to read and comprehend program materials (8th Grade Reading Level or higher).
• Must have adequate interpersonal skills in order to motivate and assist others.
• Must be able to communicate knowledgably about the local services and systems of care.
• Should be reflective of the communities/population being served (ex. bilingual, PLWH/A, African American, BIPOC, Latino, LGBT, former substance users, etc.).
• Be knowledgeable about the region’s services and familiar with navigating the systems of care.
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.

Nice To Haves

• Peer services certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and engagement efforts
• Coach and encourage consumers in self-advocacy and self-management
• Provide frequent contact and monitoring of progress
• Accompany consumers on clinical and supportive service appointments
• Assist case managers during some client interventions
• Participate in case conferences
• Assist with maintenance of binder/client files
• Assist clients with technology needs

Benefits

• Generous PTO: Wellness, Vacation and Sick time
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED