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Employment Specialist

South Shore Association for Independent Living
Baldwin, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2026
Act as a recovery coach to assist clients in working toward stability. Will utilize past experiences and success as a recipient to serve as a role model.

Mental Health Peer Specialist - Qualification and Competencies

High School Diploma preferred.

At least 3 years experience as a mental health recipient, who has successfully utilized opportunities for personal growth. Ability to respond appropriately to supervision and work as a team member.

Certified by the Academy of Peer Services or undergoing certification is preferred.

Schedule

Training Period: Mondays-Fridays 9am-5pm

Tuesdays-Saturdays or Sundays-Thursdays

Minimum One Late Shift a Week Required

Location

Office: Baldwin, NY 11510

Traveling throughout Nassau County

Duties and Responsibilities

Assists identified Supportive Housing and Apartment Treatment Program clients in community integration utilizing resources within the community.

Helps to increase socialization for identified clients when needed/requested

Assists other housing agencies in applying for outside resources such as Wrap-Around services from the Nassau County Office of Mental Health

Provides supportive counseling and education in areas such as medication management, symptom management and developing coping strategies.

Development of WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) plans with clients

Provide post discharge follow-up.

Maintain contact with treatment team, Health Home care coordinator, Housing staff to help maintain coordination of services

Participates in Staff Development activities

Participates in routine supervision with the Team Leader

Responds to emergency situations as appropriate.

Submits all required documentation and reports in a timely manner.

Accepts and follows through on all other duties as assigned.

Attends work related workshops/conferences as program schedule permits.

Physical Demand And Working Conditions

Valid Drivers license & available car

Submit Copy of Current Car Insurance

Required to take all mandatory trainings

Adheres to HIPAA Policies & Procedures/Compliance Plan

Scheduled work hours include evenings and weekends

EEO Statement

SAIL does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. SAIL welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.80 per hour

Benefits

403(b)

Bereavement leave

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Location:

Baldwin, NY 11510 (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

75% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $21

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