CCBHC - Peer Advocates

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated professionals to support individuals and families facing addiction and behavioral health challenges. As a vital part of the team, you will provide compassionate care and guidance, helping clients develop the skills necessary for lasting recovery. The role involves collaboration with clinical teams and community partners to ensure person-centered care. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the required certifications, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in behavioral health or social services.
• Reliable transportation to meet with families.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to clients dealing with addiction and behavioral health conditions.
• Assist families in navigating complex service systems.

Skills

Bilingual Skills

Trauma-Informed Care

Harm Reduction

Person-Centered Recovery Models

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

CASAC/CRPA Certification

Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS or NYCPS-P)

Family Peer Advocate Certification (FPA - C)

Job description

Job Description

The CCBHC Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) is responsible for providing services to clients dealing with addiction and/or other behavioral health conditions. Services are also offered to family members of loved ones struggling with these conditions. The CASAC helps clients develop the skills and confidence to find lasting recovery and lead healthy, fulfilling lives.

• Certificate from the State of New York as a CASAC/CRPA

Family Peer Advocates

Summary

Family Peer Advocates assist families to set priorities and goals, provide information, and help families navigate multiple complex service systems. They support families to strengthen their connections to community resources and connect with natural supports.

• Credentialed (FPA - C)
• Reliable Transportation: Ability to travel to different locations to meet with families.

Peer Specialist

Summary

The Peer Specialist plays a vital role in supporting individuals engaged in CCBHC services, using lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges to foster engagement, hope, and empowerment. They provide peer-led interventions, assist with service navigation, and promote recovery-oriented practices while collaborating with clinical teams and community partners to ensure person-centered care.

• New York State Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS or NYCPS-P)

Youth Advocate

Summary

The primary role of a Youth Advocate is to identify and address the needs and concerns of young people, and to empower them to become active and engaged members of their communities.

• New York State Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS or NYCPS-P)

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency
• 2 years’ experience
• Credentialed (FPA - C), Certificate from the State of New York as a CASAC/CRPA, New York State Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS or NYCPS-P)
• Reliable Transportation: Ability to travel to different locations to meet with families depending on clients' needs

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual Skills (Preferred): Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, and others, may be required depending on client needs.

Experience working in a behavioral health or social services setting.

Knowledge of trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and person-centered recovery models.

Job Behavioral Expectations

Maintain regular, consistent, and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health & safety procedures.

Safe and successful performance, including meeting productivity standards.

Maintain an understanding of the principles, methods, and processes needed to perform the job. Attend staff meetings, seminars, and in-service training as assigned.

Demonstrate the ability to complete work in an acceptable manner by the designated time and/or date with accuracy and minimal errors.