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About the Role

The Peer Specialist will provide direct peer support services to participants, contribute to treatment team planning, and assist with outreach and transitional care efforts. The Specialist will draw upon their own lived experience to help develop and maintain the program's culture of respect and focus on the participant's potential for achieving recovery, utilizing evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed, person-centered approach.

Responsibilities

Use personal recovery story to instill hope and demonstrate goal attainment.
Enhance outreach, engagement, and retention efforts to help participants and families stay connected to the program.
Assist in engagement and retention activities to promote optimum involvement with the team, maintaining a youth-focused, recovery-oriented approach.
Provide concrete and social supports to clients and families through case management, supporting participants' efforts towards returning to school or work.
Help individuals understand psychosis and develop/practice skills for illness management.
Aid participants and families transitioning from Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) services.
Help shape the team's culture to promote person-centered, recovery-focused, strengths-based service delivery.
Follow established policies and procedures.
Maintain appropriate professional standards.
Perform other related duties.

Requirements

Must hold State certification as a Peer Specialist, OR ability to obtain provisional certification within 6 months and standard certification within 12 months of hire.
Demonstrate understanding of confidentiality standards (OMH, OASAS, DOH, SAMHSA, 42CFR).
Must be reliable and able to work independently.
Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and database management systems.
Basic computer knowledge and ability to document in an electronic health record.
Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
Must have a valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.
Must maintain current New York State Defensive Driving certification.
Must be cleared and maintain clearance by applicable regulatory clearances.
Legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Skills

Strong ability to use personal lived experience to connect with and relate to Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) participants, particularly around challenges associated with a chronic mental health condition.
Demonstrated ability to relate well to adults.
Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to empathize with, relate to, and effectively work with participants of mental health services.
Two years of active participation in mental health self-help activities, peer support or peer advocacy programs, or participant-run organizations or similar experiences.
Ability/willingness to disclose recovery story (where appropriate) for empowerment.
Excellent judgment.
Ability to understand boundaries when working with participants of mental health services.
Familiarity with and ability to use an Electronic Health Record (EHR).

Location

Yonkers

Work Type

Hybrid
Full-time

Experience Level

Two years of active participation in mental health self-help activities, peer support or peer advocacy programs, or participant-run organizations or similar experiences.

Education Level

State certification as a Peer Specialist

Salary/Compensations

$23-24 per hour

Benefits

403(b) with employer contribution after 1 year of service
Flexible Work Arrangements (subject to business needs, including hybrid options)
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
15 days of paid time off per year
12 days of paid sick time per year
11 paid holidays per year
Professional Development opportunities (advancement, training, support for certifications and continuing education)
Free EAP services
Employee discounts (travel, hotels, movie tickets, theme parks, services, electronics, auto, shopping, and more)
Gym reimbursement through employer's medical insurance carrier
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

About the Company

Greater Mental Health of New York promotes mental wellness through advocacy, community education, and direct services.
We empower individuals and families on their unique journeys to recovery, honoring their rights to self-determination, choice, and collaboration.
Utilizing evidence-based practices and a focus on trauma-responsive care, our dedicated team provides comprehensive services and fosters independence and resilience.
We are passionate about making a difference in mental health and creating brighter futures for individuals and families throughout the Lower Hudson Valley region.

Equal Opportunity

Greater Mental Health of New York is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Greater Mental Health of New York is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
To request a reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.