Peer Specialist

The Peer Specialist working within a PROS program providing Peer Supports, person-centered and recovery oriented services to the PROS community.  The Peer Specialist leads &/or co-lead groups and activities within the PROS community in support of recovery & rehabilitation model   related to the treatment of individuals with serious and persistent mental illness in a person-centered, recovery-oriented environment. This will be carried out as indicated by NYS OMH Part 512 Regulations and Medicaid requirements. 

The Awesome Things You’ll Do

• Manage a caseload of up to 5 participants, including case management, collateral contacts, referrals, vocational assistance, and other needs, to coordinate services. 
• Assist with the daily operation of the PROS program as needed 
• Foster an atmosphere of congeniality that facilitates implementation and sustaining the basic philosophy of the PROS program and provide strength based recovery oriented services. 
• Lead/ Co-Lead groups  and activities as assigned, including community exploration trips and special events.     Document participant attendance when needed 
• Share personal experiences to engender a sense of hope and recovery within the program. 

• Collaborate and consult with staff, other providers and identified collaterals [family/friends] to ensure coordination of service. 
• Assist participants with entitlements and concrete services; acts as an advocate on participant’s behalf   
• Attends and participates in weekly supervision, weekly staff meetings and periodic in-service trainings.   
• Presents issues/cases for review at Clinical Team Meetings and PROS Administrative Meeting.    

• Attain and maintain competency in Wellness Self-Management and other evidenced based practices as assigned.   
• Other duties as assigned. 

Activities are subject to change / be added to meet business needs with management approval. 

Our Must Haves

• Graduation from a Peer Specialist training program. 
• Credentialing through the Academy of Peer Services mandatory. 
• Spanish speaking a plus. 
• Experience with mental health/substance use preferred.  
• Basic computer skills. 

• Must be able to maintain appropriate boundaries with participants and utilize supervision to address conflicts. 

Special Working Conditions

• Field work may be necessary, i.e. escorting participants to appointment for benefits, medical, etc.  Must be able to utilize public transportation for travel.  Must be able to climb stairs. 

What We Offer 

• Generous Time off policy to use when you need it
• Health, wellness and financial resources to help you achieve our personal goals 
• Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leaves and company sponsored life insurance
• Retirement matching programs and contributions
• Transit and commuter benefits

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