44 Peer Support Specialist Jobs in Syracuse, NY
ACCESSCNY is Hiring a Peer Support Specialist Near Syracuse, NY
Peer Support Specialist
Reports to: Program Manager
Location: 572 S Salina St, Syracuse, NY 13202
Full time: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm, occasional evenings and weekends may be required
$17.63/hour
The people we care for come from all walks of life, and so do we. We strive to diversify our workforce, not because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our agency stronger!
About Us
With a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals by ways of residential housing, mental health and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement. Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings.
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive employee to provide an array of recovery support services for the participants of Unique Perspectives, in conjunction with maintaining program operations.
Responsibilities include:
- Recognizes the role of peers in the recovery process and appropriately shares own experiences living with a mental health diagnosis to encourage others in their recovery
- Actively engage peers in identifying barriers to recovery goals and developing strategies to overcome those barriers
- Provides supports and services as requested by individuals and documented in their recovery/service plans.
Education & Experience
High school diploma/GED required. Personal experience receiving mental health support required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Conditions of Employment
Must possess a valid driver’s license and transportation necessary to meet program needs. Academy of Peer Services Certification must be completed within 1 year from date of hire.
Did you know that AccessCNY offers great health, dental and vision insurance? Additionally we provide a 401(k) match upon hire, PTO, and 11 paid holidays.
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Job Summary
Full Time
Social & Legal Services
$38k-50k (estimate)
03/28/2023
08/01/2024
accesscny.org
SYRACUSE, NY
500 - 1,000
Private
SARA WALL-BOLLINGER
$10M - $50M
Social & Legal Services
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