Senior Peer Bridger Team Lead

Baltic Street Wellness Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltic Street Wellness Solutions in New York is seeking a Senior Peer Bridger to oversee a team of Certified Peer Bridgers delivering peer support to individuals with mental health challenges. You will supervise, coach, and develop staff while ensuring program quality across multiple boroughs.

You will coordinate operations, collaborate with leadership and partners, and ensure compliant documentation. Selected candidates must provide proof of vaccination with booster as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree in related field a plus.
• At least two years’ experience as a Senior Peer Bridger; supervisory/leadership experience required.
• NY State Certified Peer Specialist certification (Active) or recertification within 5 months of hire.
• Strong understanding of mental health, recovery-oriented approaches, and peer support principles.
• Proven ability to supervise, coach, and mentor a team of professionals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Must have lived experience with the public mental health system.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and guidance to a team of Certified Peer Bridgers.
• Develop and implement peer support programs with program leadership.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations and caseload management.
• Identify training needs and arrange relevant training opportunities.
• Monitor quality of services and conduct audits.
• Collect and report program data to leadership.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance referrals.
• Ensure proper documentation and confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Guide crisis management and safety referrals.
• Stay informed on best practices in peer support.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Communication

Team-building

Conflict resolution

Education

High School Diploma / GED

New York State Certified Peer Specialist (Active)

College degree in related field

Tools

Foothold AWARDS

Job description

Baltic Street Wellness Solutions in New York is seeking a Senior Peer Bridger to oversee a team of Certified Peer Bridgers delivering peer support to individuals with mental health challenges. You will supervise, coach, and develop staff while ensuring program quality across multiple boroughs.

You will coordinate operations, collaborate with leadership and partners, and ensure compliant documentation. Selected candidates must provide proof of vaccination with booster as required.