Certified Peer Support Specialist

Horizon Peers; Ridge (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Peers in Ridge, NY is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide mutual support, guidance, and hope to individuals facing challenges.

You will draw on personal experience to offer emotional support, share resources, and facilitate recovery-oriented activities within the community. Strong communication and empathy are essential; a Peer Support Certificate is required.

Qualifications

• Experience providing peer support.
• Excellent communication and empathy.
• Understanding of recovery-oriented approaches.
• PEER SUPPORT CERTIFICATE REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges.
• Offer emotional support to clients and peers.
• Share resources and information to support recovery.
• Facilitate recovery-oriented activities and group sessions.

Skills

Personal experience

Communication skills

Empathy

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.