Crisis Respite Specialist - Peer Support

sus.com; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness resources

Generous PTO

Professional development

Job summary

sus.com is seeking a qualified individual for the Crisis Respite Center in New York. This role involves providing support for those experiencing a psychosis-related crisis in a safe and supportive environment. Responsibilities include empowering participants through peer support and self-advocacy while utilizing critical thinking skills.

The ideal candidate will have lived experience in mental health recovery, excellent communication skills, and must have a Certified Peer Specialist certification. Join a team that values respect, integrity, and continuous improvement with attractive benefits.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) required.
• Lived experience with the mental health and/or substance use treatment system.
• Ability to document member needs with a trauma-informed lens.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Empathy skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Bilingual ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

sus.com is seeking a qualified individual for the Crisis Respite Center in New York. This role involves providing support for those experiencing a psychosis-related crisis in a safe and supportive environment. Responsibilities include empowering participants through peer support and self-advocacy while utilizing critical thinking skills.

The ideal candidate will have lived experience in mental health recovery, excellent communication skills, and must have a Certified Peer Specialist certification. Join a team that values respect, integrity, and continuous improvement with attractive benefits.