Peer Counselor Level I

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,277 - 48,006; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization seeks a Peer Counselor to assist consumers in various healthcare settings. This entry-level role involves direct service provision, advocacy, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have completed a Peer Counselor Training Program and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. This is a full-time position located in New York, NY.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formalized Peer Counselor/Specialist Training Program.
• Certification as a Peer Specialist (NYCPS) or Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) is required.
• One year of experience working with mental health consumers.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to health consumers in various settings.
• Plan and implement treatment plans in collaboration with staff.
• Assist consumers with daily living activities and help in advocacy.

Skills

Peer counseling

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Advocacy skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Peer Counselor/Specialist Training Program certification

Job description

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Base pay range

$43,642.00/yr - $43,642.00/yr

Marketing Statement

Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City’s premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state‑of‑the‑art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient‑centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women’s Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person‑centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all people.

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position

Under supervision, peer counselors provide direct services to health consumers in emergency, inpatient, outpatient, home and specialized settings. Works in close collaboration with staff, consumers and other caregivers in planning and implementing treatment plans. Empowers peers to advocate for themselves, resolve issues or problems and plan for their futures by serving as a role model.

Examples Of Typical Tasks

• Assists the consumer with activities of daily living (e.g., setting‑up household, public transportation, budgeting, shopping, socializing, parenting and other skills relevant to an individual’s rehabilitation goals). May make home visits.
• Leads or co‑leads groups including, but not limited to, dual diagnoses issues, relapse and recovery and socialization.
• Assists the consumer in identifying their own individual warning signs of relapse and identifying and developing individual coping strategies.
• Provides supportive peer counseling with respect to mental health, substance abuse, rehabilitation strategies, breast‑feeding education and other self‑help opportunities.
• Participates in an interdisciplinary treatment and human services team in determining and implementing a comprehensive plan of care.
• Clarifies issues for the consumer and assists with the process of referral for treatment, rehabilitation, housing and supportive services. Follows‑up to determine whether services were provided and used.
• Assists the consumer in completing applications and paperwork for public entitlements and may accompany consumer on visits to agency offices and treatment programs.
• Acts as a liaison with community and governmental agencies.
• Facilitates the establishment of peer support networks, natural and social support systems.
• Maintains current, complete and appropriate documentation in the consumer record, prepares required forms, and may be required to use computer systems in carrying out these functions. Documents in Electronic Health Record (EHR) and writes progress notes for review.

Minimum Qualifications

Assignment Level I For Assignments In Mental Health

• Satisfactory and documented completion of a formalized Peer Counselor/Specialist Training Program; and
• Certification as a Peer Specialist (NYCPS) issued by the Peer Specialist Certification Board.

For Assignments In Substance Use

• Certification as a Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) issued by the New York Certification Board.

For All Other Assignments

• A high school diploma or its educational equivalent; and
• Satisfactory and documented completion of a formalized Peer Counselor/Specialist Training Program; or
• One (1) year of full‑time satisfactory experience working with consumers of mental health services as a peer counselor/specialist, peer advocate or in related human services.

Department Preferences

How To Apply

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Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Other

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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