Family Services of Westchester (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives. With 50 innovative programs, FSW serves 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, New York.

Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a private, nonprofit, non-sectarian social services agency.

POSITION TITLE: MCRT Peer Specialist

SALARY: 25.64 per hour

STATUS: Full-Time

SUPERVISED BY: MCRT Assistant Director and Director

Job Summary: MCRT Peer Specialists will be first responders and part of a dynamic team that dispatches to mental health crises in the Mt. Kisco, Ossining and Port Chester communities.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Dispatch to mental health crises in Mr. Kisco, Ossining and Port Chester
• Assess, engage, de-escalate and stabilize people and situations
• Help people get linked to the services they need
• Input accurate and timely case notes into EHR and e-shift log
• Interface with community leaders, police, and providers
• Schedule: flexible schedule

Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma and lived experience required

• Skills: Peer Specialist training preferred/Credible Messenger a plus/ Bilingual required (English, Spanish),
• Experience: 1-3 years in related field

Physical Requirements

• Work environment: MCRT Peer Specialists are expected to respond to crises in community: workplaces, homes, streetside, etc.

There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities. In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b) for full-time employees.

At FSW, we enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that prioritizes our clients and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people across the communities of Westchester, and if the position speaks to your capabilities, experience and commitment to social service, please apply through Indeed.com. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or email.

FSW is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.64 per hour

Expected hours: 52 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Mt. Kisco, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person