Per Diem Crisis Respite Peer Supporter

People-US; Town of Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

People USA seeks a Peer Companion to support the daily operations of the rose house crisis respite in Hyde Park, NY. You will provide peer support, help guests set goals, and engage in community activities using trauma-informed approaches and WRAP tools.

Personal lived experience with trauma or mental health history is required; shifts include 12-hour weekend and overnight availability, with some holidays. A High School diploma is required, and training toward NY Peer Specialist certification

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year in recovery from acute care environment.
• Completion of Academy of Peer Services Training and the ability to obtain NY State Peer Specialist Certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for guests during interview, intake, arrival, and departure.
• Share personal experience and encourage mental health wellness and recovery.
• Assist in connection to mental health services, community resources, entitlements, and other services as needed.
• Model and utilize Trauma Informed techniques and tools as outlined in WRAP, Mental Health First Aid, Motivational Interviewing, SafeTALK, and ASIST.
• Complete all necessary APS online learning and NY State Peer Specialist Certification Application.
• Transport guests to store or appointments when needed, using an agency vehicle.
• Provide telephone support to peers in the community through the 24 hours peer warm line.
• Help maintain a clean, safe environment; some cleaning duties may be assigned.
• Manage downtime with Guest wellness-focused activities and duties.
• Work cooperatively Rose House team and maintain clear, honest and respectful communication with team members

Skills

Peer support experience

Trauma-informed approach

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Academy of Peer Services Training

NY State Peer Specialist Certification

Job description

People USA seeks a Peer Companion to support the daily operations of the rose house crisis respite in Hyde Park, NY. You will provide peer support, help guests set goals, and engage in community activities using trauma-informed approaches and WRAP tools.

Personal lived experience with trauma or mental health history is required; shifts include 12-hour weekend and overnight availability, with some holidays. A High School diploma is required, and training toward NY Peer Specialist certification