Peer Specialist, Bronx Psychiatric Center, P25979

New York State Office of Mental Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Peer Specialist, where you will play a vital role in providing mental health services across diverse settings. This entry-level position is perfect for individuals passionate about helping others regain control and develop essential self-help skills. You will serve as a role model, guiding recipients through their recovery journey while fostering hope and self-esteem. With a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition assistance, this opportunity not only supports your career growth but also makes a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

NYS Retirement Programs

Opportunities for Advancement

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mental health self-help activities.
• Ability to empathize and work effectively with mental health service recipients.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct mental health services in various settings.
• Educate recipients about self-help techniques and coping strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Empathy

Self-Help Techniques

Coping Strategies

Job description

Peer Specialist, Bronx Psychiatric Center, P25979

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Pay Range

This range is provided by the New York State Office of Mental Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $42,641.00/yr - $52,413.00/yr

Duties and Responsibilities

As a Peer Specialist, you will provide direct mental health services in emergency, inpatient, outpatient, community support, and residential settings. Your role includes serving as a role model, educating recipients about self-help techniques and group processes, teaching coping strategies based on personal experience, helping recipients clarify rehabilitation and recovery goals, and developing support systems. Your tasks aim to help recipients regain personal control, develop self-help skills, and foster hope and self-esteem essential for recovery from psychiatric disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate interpersonal communication skills and the ability to empathize and work effectively with mental health service recipients. Additionally, candidates must have two years of active participation in mental health self-help activities, peer support or advocacy programs, recipient-run organizations, or similar experiences.

Additional Benefits

• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Tuition assistance programs
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
• Paid time off: 13 vacation days, 5 personal days, 13 holidays, and sick leave in the first year
• NYS Retirement programs

Background checks are required. This position is eligible for a $4,000 downstate adjustment.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Healthcare Provider

Industry: Government Administration

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Inferred Benefits

Medical insurance, vision insurance, pension plan, tuition assistance, disability insurance.

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