Peer Specialist

The Mission of Rise Above Suicide, RISE Life Services’ Enrichment Experience, is to actively engage Suffolk Counties identified vulnerable at-risk youth and young adults, connect with them, and save lives by providing the highest quality of mental health services, recreational activities, family support services, educational and vocational support, and wellness strategies to enhance their lives, and instill hope for the future.

In this program we are seeking a full time Certified Peer Specialist

Under the direct supervision of the Suicide Prevention Program Team Leader, the Certified Peer Specialist is focused on developing genuine relationships with individuals in need coming to the program, building a sense of community and engaging in social practice within that environment. He, she or they will also provide a wide range of supports needed for individuals to successfully move towards goals. Their primary role is to help improve outcomes in people's lives. It is expected that this team member displays the utmost professionalism and integrity while executing the responsibilities below.

Coaches peers on coping skills development

Assists individuals in the pursuit of recreational activities such as exercise programs, sports, martial arts and other physical activity enterprises

Complete Wellness Recovery Action Plans WRAP, safety, crisis intervention and relapse prevention plans

Identify the treatment services clients should receive based on severity of stage of change, immediate needs and recommend treatment objectives for the consumer's treatment plan; working in conjunction with the team

Use motivational interviewing, recovery and trauma-informed approaches when delivering peer services

Involve family and significant others in the treatment with the team

Complete progress notes collaboratively and ensure progress notes are available to be read in the daily organizational meeting

Provide individual peer support and wellness counseling, harm reduction counseling based on motivational interviewing

Maintain and generate reports to measure performance and quality of work set by the department.

Communicate regularly with clients, parents, support networks and other linkages

The role will require significant multi-tasking in a fast paced, challenging environment The role will require field-based work, on call coverage, and a willingness to work flexible hours.

Duties as assigned by supervisor

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New York State Certified Peer Specialist or provisional certification

Experience working with community resources, partnerships, clients and families

· Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective

· Must have expertise in coaching peers on coping skills development

· Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

· Ability to work with diverse cultural, educational, social and economic families

· Experience with diverse populations and age groups (children and young adults)

• Bi-lingual is required ( Spanish)

· Must exude positive attitude

· Experienced in suicide prevention strategies

· Able to remain flexible and work as a generalist in addition to a specialist

· Current, clean driver’s license required

Strong computer skills are required. The ability to use Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are critical. The knowledge or ability to learn software programs including use of data and trends to inform clinical practice.

This position is a Tuesday - Saturday Position with day hours.

For more on Rise life Services please visit our website at riselifeservices.org EOE

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $23.58 - $25.64 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Peer Specialist Certificate (Required)
• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $26