What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Specialist position at St. Vincent's Hospital Westchester?
The Peer Specialist is an active member of the Residential Housing Team and works closely with the program manager/supervisor. The Peer Specialist will function as a role model to peers; exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills; serve as a consumer advocate, providing consumer information and peer supports for clients/tenants. The Peer Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to assist peers in regaining independence within the community, learning and practicing new skills, helping clients/tenants monitor their progress, modeling effective coping techniques and self-help strategies, supporting them in advocating for themselves to obtain effective services, supporting them in their treatment, contacting treatment providers to setup appointments, escorting them to appointments, and assisting clients/tenants in any area they require help.
Additional Requirements
Minimum one year experience in the behavioral health services or in the mental health setting
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Education Requirements: High School Diploma required; Associates, Bachelor and/or Peer Certificate preferred
Valid driver's license in good standing preferred
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, WORD, Excel, PowerPoint) and database navigation required.
Location: Staten Island, NY
Pay: $19-21.50/hr
Salary : $19 - $22