Recovery‑Oriented Peer Support Specialist

Northern Rivers Family of Services; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care package

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

401K plan

Life Insurance

Loan repayment assistance

CEU opportunities

Job summary

Northern Rivers Family of Services is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join the OnTrackNY team. You will work on-site with participants, families, and team members, using your lived experience to contribute to treatment planning and supportive outreach.

You will participate in weekly meetings and trainings, promote recovery-oriented approaches, and assist participants in moving toward school or work goals. A valid NY driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• NY Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS) required.
• Provisional Peer Certificate accepted but must be fully certified within one year.
• Must have NYS Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Use personal recovery story to instill hope and aid engagement with participants and families.
• Assist outreach and retention efforts to keep participants connected to the program.
• Support in understanding psychosis and illness management with individuals or groups.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and empathy with participants and colleagues.
• Participate in team meetings and trainings with OnTrackNY Central offices.
• Provide case management support to help participants return to school or work.

Skills

Lived experience as peer

Empathy & active listening

Team collaboration

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Northern Rivers Family of Services is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join the OnTrackNY team. You will work on-site with participants, families, and team members, using your lived experience to contribute to treatment planning and supportive outreach.

You will participate in weekly meetings and trainings, promote recovery-oriented approaches, and assist participants in moving toward school or work goals. A valid NY driver’s license is required.