Peer Counselor & Recovery Support Coach

Concern Housing; Middle Island (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance covered at 80%

Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Middle Island is seeking a Peer Counselor. The role involves providing direct care services, facilitating support groups, and educating clients and staff about rights and recovery processes. Candidates must have completed peer specialist training in the last 3 years and possess strong communication abilities. Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. This position offers a chance to support individuals in their recovery journey effectively.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a peer specialist or peer wellness training within the last 3 years.
• Must have familiarity with benefits and entitlements.
• The ability to communicate effectively and make sound judgments regarding care.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care services to clients.
• Responsible for documentation of clients and their progress.
• Facilitates support and educational groups for clients.
• Educates staff about peer perspectives and consumer rights.
• Provides Wellness Self-Management training for recovery.

Skills

Effective communication

Guiding self-help processes

Understanding benefits and entitlements

Facilitating support groups

Experience with ADL skills

Education

Peer specialist or peer wellness training

Job description

A nonprofit organization in Middle Island is seeking a Peer Counselor. The role involves providing direct care services, facilitating support groups, and educating clients and staff about rights and recovery processes. Candidates must have completed peer specialist training in the last 3 years and possess strong communication abilities. Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. This position offers a chance to support individuals in their recovery journey effectively.