Certified Peer Support Specialist

Horizon Peers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Peers seeks a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide mutual support, guidance, and resources to individuals facing challenges. The role relies on personal experience to offer emotional support and to facilitate recovery-oriented activities, with strong communication skills and empathy as essential traits.

The position emphasizes using personal experience to connect with participants, guiding them toward recovery and community resources, and contributing to a supportive, hopeful

Qualifications

• Must have a Peer Support Certificate.
• Experience using personal experience to provide emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges.
• Share resources and facilitate recovery-oriented activities.
• Use personal experience to foster trust and empowerment.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Education

Peer Support Certificate

Job description

Seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges. The ideal candidate will use personal experience to offer emotional support, share resources, and facilitate recovery-oriented activities. Strong communication skills and empathy are essential. Join us to make a positive impact in our community.
PEER SUPPORT CERTIFICATE REQUIRED.