Certified Peer Support Specialist

Horizon Peers; Village of Penn Yan (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; 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. The role relies on personal experience to offer emotional support, share resources, and facilitate recovery-oriented activities within the community.

The successful candidate will bring empathy, excellent communication, and a commitment to trauma-informed, peer-led support.

Qualifications

• Requires PEER SUPPORT CERTIFICATE.
• Uses personal experience to offer emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Provide mutual support and guidance to individuals facing challenges.
• Share resources and facilitate recovery-oriented activities.
• Apply empathy and active listening in community settings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

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.