CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

RISE Housing and Support Services; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 46,104,000 - 65,663,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

403(b) matching

Bereavement leave

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

RISE Housing and Support Services is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to provide compassionate, person-centered support to residents of the Riverview program in Corinth, NY. The role emphasizes helping residents build self-confidence and independence, using lived experience to respond to the needs of individuals recovering from mental health, substance use, or homelessness.

Qualified applicants will be NYS Peer Support Specialist Certified and capable of working independently within a

Qualifications

• Experience working with sensitive populations
• NYS Peer Support Specialist Certification required
• Ability to operate independently, think on your feet, and follow training
• Excellent conflict management and dispute resolution skills
• Strong interpersonal boundaries

Responsibilities

• Supporting goal creation and implementation
• Engaging in skill development
• Modeling coping techniques
• Advocating for effective services

Skills

Empathy

Independent thinker

Conflict management

Interpersonal boundaries

Education

NYS Peer Support Specialist Certification

Job description

RISE Housing and Support Services has opportunities for empathetic, dedicated, and compassionate individuals to provide peer support to residents of our Riverview program in Corinth, NY. A successful candidate will be able to assist residents in cultivating the skills they need to build self-confidence and gain independence. This individual must have the ability utilize their lived experience to appropriately respond to the needs of sensitive populations, such as those recovering from mental health, substance use, and/or homelessness.

RISE Offers a Peer Support Specialist

• A rate of $21.67 per hour with a 36 hour workweek
• $1500 bonus after 6 months of employment
• A generous time off package: In your 1st year, earn up to 2 weeks of vacation, enjoy up to 9 paid holidays, 3 weeks of combined sick and personal time, and a day off for your birthday
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and many other benefits
• An opportunity to start a new career in a growing organization that likes to promote from within
• A supportive team and the independence to own your role
• A family friendly atmosphere with wellness time, paid lunch hours, and recognition for your hard work and achievements

Overview Of Job Responsibilities

• Supporting goal creation and implementation
• Engaging in skill development
• Modeling coping techniques
• Advocating for effective services

To Qualify You Must Have

• Experience working with sensitive populations
• NYS Peer Support Specialist Certification required
• An ability to operate independently, think on your feet, and follow your training
• Excellent conflict management and dispute resolution skills
• Strong interpersonal boundaries
• Our shared belief system in areas such as respect, compassion, and inclusion

RISE Housing and Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

RISE Housing and Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Work Location: In person