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About the Role

The Peer Support Specialist provides peer support, information, and advocacy to individuals diagnosed with a serious and persistent relevant illness, assisting them in regaining control over their lives and recovery process, and integrating into the community. They engage with patients hospitalized at UHS Hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support, information, and advocacy to individuals diagnosed with a serious and persistent relevant illness.
• Assist individuals in regaining control over their lives and recovery process.
• Facilitate community integration for individuals.
• Engage with patients hospitalized at UHS Hospitals.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Peer Support Specialist Certification

Location

• New York

Work Type

• Day Rotational
• 40 hours per week

Experience Level

• Depending on experience

Education Level

• HS Diploma or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $17.98 - $25.17 per hour

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week.
• Flexible plan options and coverage tiers.
• Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons.
• Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
• PTO starts accruing from day one.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Access to financial advisors.
• Up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
• 24/7 EAP counseling.
• Virtual mental health support.
• Food pantry.
• PTO donation program.
• Professional attire through the Classy Closet.
• Access to 100,000+ online courses.
• Leadership programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Clinical ladders.
• Internal mobility.

About the Company

• United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties.
• UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population.
• UHS produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact.
• UHS boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
• UHS's work is guided by Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation.
• UHS aims to improve the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
• UHS offers a lifestyle in New York’s Southern Tier with four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, and proximity to the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.

Equal Opportunity

• United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.