In-Home Peer Support & Life Skills Coach

ACMH Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 30,403; Part time

Job summary

ACMH Inc. is seeking a Peer Program Specialist to provide direct service to clients in New York, assisting with daily living skills.

The role requires lived experience in mental health or related services. Responsibilities include teaching hygiene, budgeting skills, and monitoring safety.

This part-time position offers a salary of $22.07/hr for certified specialists, emphasizing recovery and client advocacy.

Qualifications

• Lived experience as a consumer of mental health services.
• Commitment to assist others in mental health recovery.
• Ability to share personal lived experiences.

Responsibilities

• Teaches skills for maintaining personal hygiene and apartment cleaning.
• Monitors overall apartment maintenance and alerts program director.
• Teaches budgeting, shopping, meal planning and preparation.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Basic computer and data entry skills

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

New York Certified Peer Program (NYCPS) certification

Job description

ACMH Inc. is seeking a Peer Program Specialist to provide direct service to clients in New York, assisting with daily living skills.

The role requires lived experience in mental health or related services. Responsibilities include teaching hygiene, budgeting skills, and monitoring safety.

This part-time position offers a salary of $22.07/hr for certified specialists, emphasizing recovery and client advocacy.