Peer Specialist — Empower Recovery & Community Support

WellLife Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

WellLife Network is hiring a Peer Specialist to provide direct support in mental health rehabilitation settings in Queens, NY. The role emphasizes empowerment, independence, and recovery, drawing on lived experience to inspire hope and self-determination.

The position may involve supervised or unsupervised interactions across residential, day treatment, and habilitation settings, with travel between sites and field visits as needed to deliver community-based services.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills and the ability to empathize with recipients of mental health services.
• Life experience with mental health or substance abuse history.

Responsibilities

• Teach and reinforce independent living and coping skills through individual and group activities.
• Support individuals in managing symptoms associated with psychiatric disabilities.
• Advocate for individuals and coordinate with service providers to address their needs.
• Travel between program sites and assist individuals with travel training.
• Build supportive relationships through active listening, empathy, and shared experiences.
• Help individuals identify community resources, support networks, and appropriate service linkages.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in recreational and social activities, including accompanying individuals to community outings and engaging in moderate physical activities when required.
• Provide program support and assist with other staff responsibilities during absences or staffing shortages.
• Represent the agency at designated meetings, trainings, and other professional activities.
• Maintain a flexible schedule, as work hours and locations may vary based on program needs.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all individuals and agency information.
• Report incidents through the appropriate chain of command and complete required documentation within 24 hours.
• Communicate relevant information, instructions, feedback, and updates to staff and supervisors verbally and in writing.
• Document all interactions with individuals in accordance with program and agency standards.
• Participate in the development and review of individual treatment and recovery goals.
• Conduct community-based visits and provide field-based services, as ACT programs deliver approximately 85% of services in the community.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Empathy

Life experience with mental health/sub

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

WellLife Network is hiring a Peer Specialist to provide direct support in mental health rehabilitation settings in Queens, NY. The role emphasizes empowerment, independence, and recovery, drawing on lived experience to inspire hope and self-determination.

The position may involve supervised or unsupervised interactions across residential, day treatment, and habilitation settings, with travel between sites and field visits as needed to deliver community-based services.