Per Diem Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) - CORE / HCBS Services

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) provides Medicaid-reimbursable peer support services to individuals enrolled in Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment (CORE) and Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). Services are delivered in accordance with New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) regulations, Medicaid billing requirements, recovery-oriented principles, and person-centered planning standards. The CPS utilizes lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery to support participant engagement, wellness, independence, and community integration.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide OMH-approved peer support services within the scope of CORE and HCBS service definitions.
• Use lived experience to model recovery, resiliency, self-determination, and hope. Engage participants using trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered approaches.
• Support participants in identifying recovery goals aligned with the individualized service plan (ISP).
• Deliver services such as Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) and Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST), as authorized.
• Assist participants with skill development related to daily living, socialization, coping strategies, and community participation.
• Support linkage to community resources, natural support, and wellness activities.
• Collaborate with care managers, clinicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in case conferences, supervision, and team meetings as required.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record consistent with OMH and Medicaid standards.
• Adhere to all confidentiality, HIPAA, and OMH regulatory requirements.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ethical conduct consistent with peer practice guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Current New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification- REQUIRED
• Documented lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to meet OMH CORE/HCBS training and competency requirements.
• Ability to complete electronic documentation and comply with Medicaid billing timelines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing Medicaid-funded peer support, CORE, or HCBS services.
• Knowledge of NYS OMH regulations and Medicaid managed care requirements.
• Experience working with diverse populations and high-need individuals.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the community, if required.

This is a per diem position with the potential to transition into a part-time role based on performance and organizational needs.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 12 per week

Language:

• Urdu (Preferred)
• Hindi (Preferred)
• Bengali (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $32