Peer Specialist
$47,008–$47,008 year
On-siteBrooklyn, New York, United States
Job Summary
Conduct individual sessions emphasizing prevention and preparing for independent community living, assisting participants with stress management, daily living skills, and housing readiness. Facilitate transition planning by addressing preparatory needs, discharge planning, and coping mechanisms through team and individual work. Engage participants in community navigation, accompanying them to appointments and identifying barriers to service access. Foster collaborative relationships with community providers to maintain connections and advocate for personal goals while addressing stigma and communication disparities. Provide on-call after-hour crisis intervention services, including respite referrals and stabilization support. Monitor participant progress, modify treatment plans, and ensure accurate documentation within the Health Information Technology platform.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent or higher
- New York State Certified Peer Specialist
- Experience in providing advocacy services to people who are mentally ill and/or homeless
- Past or current participant of behavioral health, substance services or homeless services
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Reliable
- Ability to work independently
- Understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality
- Willingness to work flexible hours
- On-call coverage
Desired Qualifications
- Strong organizational skills and timely follow-up to manage complex tasks
- Self-motivated
- Team player
- Proficient in MS Word/Excel
- Bilingual in any language
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