Mental Health Peer Counselor & Community Support Lead

Transitional Services for New York, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Transitional Services for New York, Inc. is seeking a Peer Counselor for its PROS program in Jamaica, NY. The role focuses on leadership support for staff and consumers to build a self-help culture and computer literacy.

This full-time position offers a salary of $37,310 per year ($20.50 hourly). Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent plus related experience. TSINY is an equal opportunity employer and emphasizes compassionate, professional service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or a combination of education and relevant experience to total four years.

Responsibilities

• Work with staff and members to develop and implement Self-Help programs.
• Identify community resources to help bilingual capacity.
• Assist Program Director in admission screening of applicants.
• Provide referrals to community-based services.
• Provide mentorship to consumers and Transitional Employment staff.
• Supervise agency volunteers.
• Arrange screening and placement of new computer students.
• Supervise Cognitive Remediation and Plato programs.
• Support development of WRAP Plans.
• Attend required training and disaster preparedness activities.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Community resources knowledge

Mentorship

Volunteer supervision

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Transitional Services for New York, Inc. is seeking a Peer Counselor for its PROS program in Jamaica, NY. The role focuses on leadership support for staff and consumers to build a self-help culture and computer literacy.

This full-time position offers a salary of $37,310 per year ($20.50 hourly). Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent plus related experience. TSINY is an equal opportunity employer and emphasizes compassionate, professional service.