Recovery Peer Program Lead & Support Coach

Acmh; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Job summary

ACMH is seeking a Peer Program & Support Specialist to provide direct home-based services, mentor peer staff, and promote recovery-oriented peer support within the organization. The role includes group facilitation, staff development, and ensuring safety and well-being of residents.

Requirements include lived experience with mental health services, NYCPS certification, and a high school diploma or GED. English communication and basic computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Lived experience with mental health services and a commitment to helping others.
• NYCPS certification required.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, mentorship, and advocacy to peer staff while supporting their development and recovery-oriented peer support integration.
• Supports ACMH peer staff with monthly groups (Zoom and in-person).
• Teaches daily living skills including personal hygiene, laundry, apartment cleaning, budgeting, meal planning and preservation.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Data entry

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer basics

Data entry

Job description

ACMH is seeking a Peer Program & Support Specialist to provide direct home-based services, mentor peer staff, and promote recovery-oriented peer support within the organization. The role includes group facilitation, staff development, and ensuring safety and well-being of residents.

Requirements include lived experience with mental health services, NYCPS certification, and a high school diploma or GED. English communication and basic computer skills are essential.