Certified Peer Support Specialist

Horizon Peers; Town of Kingsbury (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Peers in the Town of Kingsbury, NY is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges. The role draws on personal experience to offer emotional support, share resources, and help clients build recovery-oriented routines.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills and empathy. A Peer Support Certificate is required, and you will join a community-focused team dedicated to empowering clients on their

Qualifications

• Must have personal experience to offer emotional support.
• Provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges.
• Share resources and facilitate recovery-oriented activities.
• Strong communication skills and empathy are essential.

Responsibilities

• Offer emotional support and guidance to individuals facing challenges.
• Utilize lived experience to assist recovery and connect to resources.
• Support goal setting and recovery-oriented activities.

Skills

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.