Certified Peer Specialist

Federation of Organizations; New Brunswick; On-site; USD 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Peer Specialist to join their dynamic Young Adult Assertive Community Team. This full-time role involves providing essential peer support and direct services to young adults facing mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will bring lived experience and a passion for recovery, contributing to a multi-disciplinary team focused on transformative care. With comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a rewarding chance to make a real difference in the lives of others. If you are committed to empowering individuals on their recovery journey, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision

Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match

Generous Paid Time Off

13 Paid Holidays

Long and Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

CALM App Subscription

Flexible Work Schedules

Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities

Qualifications

• Lived experience relevant to client population is essential.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a treatment or rehabilitation setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services and peer support to young adults with mental illness.
• Work within a mobile, community-based treatment team.

Skills

Peer Support

Recovery Focus

Communication Skills

Education

NYS License as a Peer Specialist

Experience in Treatment or Rehabilitation

Job description

RiseWell Community Services is seeking a Full-time Peer Specialist to join the Young Adult Assertive Community Team in West Babylon, NY

REPORTS TO: Team Leader
DEPARTMENT: Clinical Services
HOURS: 35 hours per week
PAY: $40,000 Annually

QUALIFICATIONS:
Lived experience relevant to client population. Current NYS license as a Peer Specialist and/or Youth Peer Advocate. A valid and clean NY State driver license. Minimum 1 year of experience in a treatment or rehabilitation setting. Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.

JOB FUNCTION:
Provide direct services and peer support with a focus on recovery on a mobile, community-based, multi-disciplinary treatment team for young adults (ages 18-28) with severe and persistent mental illness.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• CALM App Subscription
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
• Comprehensive Paid Training
• Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
• Supplemental Pet Insurance
• Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
• Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
• Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
RiseWell provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.