Peer Specialist
RiseWell Community Services•Medford, NY
•$0 - $21•Onsite
About The Position
In this role, the Peer Specialist will provide positive role model of community functioning, counseling and peer support to others with mental health and /or substance abuse diagnoses currently living mixed use affordable housing program.
Requirements
- Lived experience relevant to client population.
- Relevant experience working with individuals who are homeless, in recovery from mental illness or substance abuse.
- Clean valid NY State Driver’s License.
- Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.
Responsibilities
- Provide positive role model of community functioning.
- Provide counseling and peer support to others with mental health and /or substance abuse diagnoses currently living in a mixed-use affordable housing program.
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
