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About the Role

The SOR Outreach Peer Specialist is an individual with direct experience of challenges with substance use and/or mental health conditions. This role assists with identifying and engaging individuals eligible for our CCBHC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach and provide community education to reduce stigma of MAT/ substance use disorder.
• Engage clients to receive behavioral health services (SUD).
• Provide NARCAN education kits and liaise with community in making appropriate referrals for care.
• Assist program staff in identifying and engaging individuals in need of services.
• Assist in driving Outreach minivan.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 2 years' work or volunteer experience in a recovery-oriented setting.
• OMH – New York Certified Peer Specialist – Provisional (NYCPS-P) or New York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS).
• Lived experience with and knowledge of the challenges pertaining to substance use and / or mental health conditions.
• Clean driving record.

Location

• NYC

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 2 years' work or volunteer experience in a recovery-oriented setting

Education Level

• High School Diploma/GED
• OMH – New York Certified Peer Specialist – Provisional (NYCPS-P) or New York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS)

About the Company

• Outreach is seeking a qualified candidate for the F/T Peer Specialist position.