Peer Specialist - Chenango

The Children's Home; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development

Job summary

The Children\'s Home seeks a Peer Specialist to support adults with mental health conditions within Adult Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). The role emphasizes personal recovery experience, serving as a role model, educator, and advocate to promote recovery and community integration.

Coverage includes Chenango, Cortland, and Madison counties. The position is full-time with a compensation range of $21–$23 per hour, reflecting the agency\'s commitment to compassionate, consistent, and creative

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED preferred.
• Must self-identify as actively in recovery from a mental health condition and be willing to share personal mental health recovery journey.
• Possess or be willing to become certified from an NYS OMH-approved certified peer specialist certification program.
• Strong commitment to recovery-oriented practices and principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals, families, and a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to receive supervision from professional staff.
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model for individuals with mental health conditions
• Educate individuals about self-help techniques and self-help group processes
• Teach effective coping strategies based on personal experience
• Assist individuals in developing wellness management skills
• Help individuals clarify rehabilitation and recovery goals
• Assist in the development of community support systems and networks

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Recovery-oriented practices

Willingness to receive supervision

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Serving with Compassion, Creativity, and Consistency.

$21-23 - Full Time

Covering Chenango, Cortland, and Madison counties

Position Summary:

The Peer Specialist plays a vital role in supporting adult individuals with mental health conditions by serving as a role model, educator, and advocate. They provide valuable insight based on personal experience and assist in promoting recovery and community integration.

The purpose of Adult Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is to meet the needs of individuals who have not been well served by traditional service delivery approaches. Grounded in a recovery-oriented practice, ACT offers evidence-based treatment, rehabilitation, case management, and support services through a mobile, multidisciplinary behavioral health treatment team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model for individuals with mental health conditions
• Educate individuals about self-help techniques and self-help group processes
• Teach effective coping strategies based on personal experience
• Assist individuals in developing wellness management skills
• Help individuals clarify rehabilitation and recovery goals
• Assist in the development of community support systems and networks

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma / GED preferred

Experience

• Must self-identify as actively in recovery from a mental health condition and be willing to share personal mental health recovery journey
• Possess or be willing to become certified from an NYS OMH-approved certified peer specialist certification program
• Strong commitment to recovery-oriented practices and principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals, families, and a multidisciplinary team
• Willingness to receive supervision from professional staff
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required

BenefitsBenefits Available To All Staff

• Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center
• Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits

• Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam
• 403(b) with 6% employer contribution
• PTO plus 9 paid holidays
• Childcare Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)
• Life Insurance

EEO Statement: Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.