F/T Peer Specialist

South Shore Association dba SAIL; Baldwin (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Association dba SAIL in Baldwin, NY seeks a Recovery Coach to support clients in achieving stability by leveraging lived experience as a peer and modeling recovery. You will work with Supported Housing clients and collaborate with treatment teams.

Responsibilities include connecting clients to community resources, coordinating with Nassau County Office of Mental Health, providing counseling on medication and coping strategies, developing WRAP plans, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• At least 3 years experience as a mental health recipient, who has successfully utilized opportunities for personal growth. Ability to respond appropriately to supervision and work as a team member.
• Certified by the Academy of Peer Services or undergoing certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support clients' community integration and socialization by connecting them with appropriate community resources and activities.
• Assist clients and partner housing agencies in accessing outside supports, including Wrap-Around services through the Nassau County Office of Mental Health.
• Provide supportive counseling and education on medication and symptom management, coping strategies, and recovery.
• Work with clients to develop Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) and provide follow-up after discharge.
• Coordinate services by maintaining communication with treatment teams, Health Home care coordinators, and housing staff.
• Participate in supervision, staff development, and work-related workshops or conferences as scheduling permits.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, complete required documentation and reports on time, and perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Mental health peer experience

Certified Peer Specialist

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Qualification and Competencies

• High School Diploma preferred.
• At least 3 years experience as a mental health recipient, who has successfully utilized opportunities for personal growth. Ability to respond appropriately to supervision and work as a team member.
• Certified by the Academy of Peer Services or undergoing certification is preferred.

General Description

Will act as a recovery coach to assist clients in working toward stability. Will utilize past experience and success as a recipient in order to serve as a role model to Supported Housing clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support clients' community integration and socialization by connecting them with appropriate community resources and activities.
• Assist clients and partner housing agencies in accessing outside supports, including Wrap-Around services through the Nassau County Office of Mental Health.
• Provide supportive counseling and education on medication and symptom management, coping strategies, and recovery.
• Work with clients to develop Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) and provide follow-up after discharge.
• Coordinate services by maintaining communication with treatment teams, Health Home care coordinators, and housing staff.
• Participate in supervision, staff development, and work-related workshops or conferences as scheduling permits.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, complete required documentation and reports on time, and perform other assigned duties.

Location:

• Office: 1976 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510
• Field: Nassau County, NY