Peer Support Navigator – Mental Health & Recovery

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals/North Central Bronx is seeking a Peer Counselor to provide direct services across emergency, inpatient, outpatient, and home settings, working closely with staff and consumers to implement treatment plans.

You will empower peers to advocate for themselves, lead groups, assist with daily living activities, and coordinate referrals while documenting in the EHR and liaising with community agencies.

Qualifications

• Certification is required for the assignment type (NYCPS/NYCPS-P or equivalent) or Recovery Peer Advocate credentials.
• Formalized Peer Advocate/Counselor/Specialist Training Program completed or 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists the consumer with activities of daily living (e.g., budgeting, transportation, housing) and may include home visits.
• Leads or co-leads groups addressing dual diagnoses, relapse and recovery, and socialization.
• Identifies warning signs of relapse and develops coping strategies with the consumer.
• Provides supportive peer counseling on mental health, substance use, rehabilitation, and breastfeeding education where relevant.
• Participates in an interdisciplinary team to plan and implement a comprehensive care plan.
• Clarifies issues for the consumer and assists with referrals to treatment, housing, and supportive services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals/North Central Bronx is seeking a Peer Counselor to provide direct services across emergency, inpatient, outpatient, and home settings, working closely with staff and consumers to implement treatment plans.

You will empower peers to advocate for themselves, lead groups, assist with daily living activities, and coordinate referrals while documenting in the EHR and liaising with community agencies.