Peer Mentor & Recovery Support Specialist

LaSante Health Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

LaSante Health Center is seeking a full-time or per diem Peer Support Specialist to provide guidance and encouragement to youth and adults with mental health needs. You will use your lived experience and peer training to help individuals build coping skills and work toward recovery.

You will connect clients with community resources, collaborate with care teams, and document services per program standards while supporting empowerment and self-advocacy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• New York State Youth Peer Advocate or Certified Peer Specialist certification required/eligible.
• Lived experience with mental health, recovery, or system involvement encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Offer peer support and promote self-advocacy among youth and adults.
• Assist individuals in connecting with community resources and services.
• Collaborate with providers, families, and care teams to support comprehensive care.
• Encourage recovery, resiliency, and empowerment through peer mentorship.
• Document services in accordance with program standards.
• Complete additional tasks as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Motivation & Empathy

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Peer Specialist certification

Job description

LaSante Health Center is seeking a full-time or per diem Peer Support Specialist to provide guidance and encouragement to youth and adults with mental health needs. You will use your lived experience and peer training to help individuals build coping skills and work toward recovery.

You will connect clients with community resources, collaborate with care teams, and document services per program standards while supporting empowerment and self-advocacy.