Peer Specialist

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Overview

Under general direction, the Peer will work with the team to provide community-based support with a rehabilitation and recovery focus using shared lived experiences in NYS OASAS regulated programs. The Peer Worker will work as a fully integrated team member providing individual face-to-face services in the client’s home or community as specified in the service protocols. This work supports the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

Responsibilities

• Provides in-person individualized support to individuals with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses.
• Serves as a role model, mentor, and advocate to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery.
• Provides strength-based rehabilitative and recovery-oriented services individually and as part of a team.
• Establishes trusting relationships with clients based on mutuality and positive regard during outreach and meetings.
• Supports clients in developing and implementing personalized recovery plans aligned with their needs and the Plan of Care.
• Shares personal experiences to foster hope and recovery.
• Coordinates services through collaboration with staff, providers, and family or friends of clients.
• Assists clients with entitlements and concrete services, advocating on their behalf.
• Participates in weekly supervision, staff meetings, and in-service trainings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least two years of experience or volunteer work in a recovery-oriented setting
• Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or CRPA-Provisional for OASAS programs OR New York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) for OMH programs
• Knowledge of substance use disorder recovery process
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office
• Availability to travel within the catchment area and navigate public transportation
• Commitment to recovery-oriented systems of care
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and follow procedures

Additional Details

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other
• Industry: Non-profit Organizations

Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually, with over 60 programs across NYC and the greater NY area. Our success depends on our employees.