Peer Specialist - Mobile Crisis Outreach - Part Time weekends

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Position Title: Peer Specialist

Mission Statement: We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Position Summary: To serve as a person's individual advocate, develop opportunities for skill development and assure that the person's choices drive their goals and plans.

• Employment Type:
  
  Part time
• Shift: Weekend Shift (Saturday – Sunday)
• Schedule:
  
  8:00 am – 6:30 pm
• Hours:
  
  20 hours per week
• Initial training will be during the week.
• A valid NYS driver license is required.
• Pay Range: $18.50 – $26.85 per hour

• Advocate for individuals, facilitating skill development and empowering clients to achieve their recovery goals.
• Participate in orientation, continuing education, and yearly competency updates.
• Maintain and update knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
• Complete population‑specific competency assessments annually for populations served within scope.
• Provide peer support and community resources in a clinical and rehabilitation setting.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Certified Peer Specialist or possession of provisional certification through NY York Peer Specialists (NYCPS) or the New York Peer Specialist Certification Board (NYPSCB).
• Understanding of recovery concepts and person‑centered approaches; ability to implement them in own recovery.
• Physical: medium work; must be able to lift, bend, stoop, push, and pull.
• Exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions, or secretions (Class I).

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Work Contact Group:
All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.

Our Commitment:
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care.