Certified Compassionate Peer Support Specialist

Horizon Peers; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Peers in Yonkers, NY seeks a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges. The role emphasizes using personal experience to offer emotional support, share resources, and facilitate recovery-oriented activities.

Strong communication skills and empathy are essential for making a positive impact in our community. Peers will be expected to engage in recovery-oriented activities, connect clients with resources, and model

Qualifications

• Experience providing emotional support to individuals facing challenges.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to guide others to resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide mutual support and guidance to individuals.
• Share resources and recovery-oriented activities.
• Demonstrate empathy and effective communication in all interactions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Active listening

Education

Peer Support Certificate

Job description

Horizon Peers in Yonkers, NY seeks a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges. The role emphasizes using personal experience to offer emotional support, share resources, and facilitate recovery-oriented activities.

Strong communication skills and empathy are essential for making a positive impact in our community. Peers will be expected to engage in recovery-oriented activities, connect clients with resources, and model