Wellness & Recovery Peer Specialist

Housing Options and Geriatric Association Resources Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Options and Geriatric Association Resources Inc seeks a Peer Specialist to assist clients in articulating recovery goals and developing plans for independence. The role involves one-to-one and group sessions, collaboration with case managers, and helping clients access housing and community resources.

The position focuses on empowerment, self-help strategies, and recovery planning, with clients ranging from young adults to seniors in the Bronx, NY.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recovery processes and standardized mental health practices.
• Ability to facilitate one-to-one and group sessions.
• Familiarity with WRAP and recovery planning.
• Experience collaborating with case managers and treatment teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in articulating personal recovery goals during sessions.
• Coordinate with treatment teams to plan steps toward goals.
• Help organize self-help groups and connect clients to resources.
• Teach problem solving to individuals and groups.
• Support vocational choices and housing access for clients.
• Promote empowerment and counter stigma through regular meetings.

Skills

Recovery process

Group session facilitation

Problem solving

Self-directed recovery

Community resources

Job description

Housing Options and Geriatric Association Resources Inc seeks a Peer Specialist to assist clients in articulating recovery goals and developing plans for independence. The role involves one-to-one and group sessions, collaboration with case managers, and helping clients access housing and community resources.

The position focuses on empowerment, self-help strategies, and recovery planning, with clients ranging from young adults to seniors in the Bronx, NY.