Recovery Community Peer & Outreach Specialist

BestSelf; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Student loan forgiveness programs

Multiple health insurance options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

BestSelf Behavioral Health is seeking a Peer Specialist to deliver recovery-focused peer support within a team of professionals. The role emphasizes community-based services, crisis support, and helping participants access education, employment, and housing resources.

The ideal candidate has lived experience with mental health and/or substance use treatment, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid NYS driver's license. Evening/weekend availability is often required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Provisional or full peer certification required.
• 2 years of experience working with children & families preferred.
• Must demonstrate lived experience as a parent or primary caregiver.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and use basic office tech.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in participating in person-centered, self-directed services to promote recovery.
• Provide outreach, mentoring, systems navigation and crisis support as needed.
• Assist individuals with education, employment and social activities.
• Travel to various locations to engage members and support recovery.
• Maintain up-to-date records of activities and trainings.
• Engage individuals about Medicaid changes and connect to services.
• Coordinate outreach with program staff and partners.
• Transport consumers to appointments and resources when needed.

Skills

Lived experience

Community resources knowledge

Crisis awareness

Relationship building

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Provisional or full peer certification

Associate's Degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

BestSelf Behavioral Health is seeking a Peer Specialist to deliver recovery-focused peer support within a team of professionals. The role emphasizes community-based services, crisis support, and helping participants access education, employment, and housing resources.

The ideal candidate has lived experience with mental health and/or substance use treatment, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid NYS driver's license. Evening/weekend availability is often required.