Certified Peer Support Specialist

Horizon Peers; Town of Warsaw (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Peers in New York seeks a compassionate Peer Support Specialist to provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges. You will use your personal experience to offer emotional support, share resources, and facilitate recovery-oriented activities.

Strong communication skills and empathy are essential, and a PEER SUPPORT CERTIFICATE is required to join our community-focused program. This role engages with diverse clients in community settings, collaborates with care

Qualifications

• Compassionate individual with personal experience to offer emotional support.
• Clear ability to communicate and listen empathetically.
• Ability to guide clients to resources and recovery-oriented activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Peer 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.