Trauma-Informed Peer Support Specialist (Per Diem)

People USA; Town of Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

People USA in Hyde Park, NY seeks a Per Diem Peer Companion to support guests at our rose house crisis respite. The role centers on peer-based recovery, trauma-informed care, and helping guests set goals while connecting to services.

Must have lived experience with trauma, mental health, or substance use history; 12-hour shifts with weekend and overnight availability may apply. Candidates should embrace recovery, work with the Rose House team, and be able to travel as needed within the

Qualifications

• At least one year in recovery from acute care environment.
• Completion of the Academy of Peer Services Training and the ability to obtain the NY State Peer Specialist Certification or willingness to complete.
• A shared vision of hope for people experiencing a crisis.
• Work or Volunteer experience providing peer support, advocacy, or human services.
• Basic knowledge of community support services/resources
• Completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) training (preferred).
• Understanding of recovery and wellness vs. illness based system (preferred)
• Professional demeanor.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for guests during the 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 Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), Mental Health First Aid, Motivational Interviewing, SafeTALK, and Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
• Complete all necessary Academy of Peer Services (APS) online learning and complete 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, and secure trauma-informed 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

Recovery experience

Trauma-informed

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

People USA in Hyde Park, NY seeks a Per Diem Peer Companion to support guests at our rose house crisis respite. The role centers on peer-based recovery, trauma-informed care, and helping guests set goals while connecting to services.

Must have lived experience with trauma, mental health, or substance use history; 12-hour shifts with weekend and overnight availability may apply. Candidates should embrace recovery, work with the Rose House team, and be able to travel as needed within the