What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Specialist position at SUNY Upstate Medical University?
Job Summary:
The role of a certified specialist/peer educator provides the patients with support from those who have lived experience with Mental Illness, who can give an insider perspective and other resources to support patients' individualized recovery process. The Peer specialist will collaborate with the care team and the patients.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma is required and is currently certified as a peer specialist A minimum of 1 year of work experience providing peer support to individuals with mental illness. Lived experience using mental health treatment services. Graduate of a recognized peer specialist training program. Literacy skill in computer, Microsoft and electronic health records
Preferred Qualifications:
2 or more years of work experience providing peer support to individuals with mental illness.
Work Days:
Monday - Friday, Days and Evening hours
Message to Applicants:
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.