Certified Peer Support Specialist

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

Job summary

Horizon Peers in Malone, NY is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide mutual support and guidance to community members facing challenges.

You will use lived experience to offer emotional support, share resources, facilitate recovery-oriented activities, and help individuals connect to local services within the community.

Strong communication, empathy, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team are essential; a Peer Support Certificate is required.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Empathy

Emotional support

Mutual support

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.