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Peer Specialist

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Queens, United States Goodwill Industries Of Greater New York Full time

General Purpose:
- The Peer Specialist working within a PROS program providing Peer Supports, person-centered and recovery oriented services to the PROS community. The Peer Specialist leads &/or co-lead groups and activities within the PROS community in support of recovery & rehabilitation model related to the treatment of individuals with serious and persistent mental illness in a person-centered, recovery-oriented environment. This will be carried out as indicated by NYS OMH Part 512 Regulations and Medicaid requirements.Essential Functions:- Manage a caseload of up to 10 participants, including case management, collateral contacts, referrals, vocational assistance, and other needs, to coordinate services.
- Assist with the daily operation of the PROS program as needed
- Foster an atmosphere of congeniality that facilitates implementation and sustaining the basic philosophy of the PROS program and provide strength based recovery oriented services.
- Lead/ Co-Lead groups and activities as assigned, including community exploration trips and special events. Document participant attendance when needed
- Share personal experiences to engender a sense of hope and recovery within the program.-
- Collaborate and consult with staff, other providers and identified collaterals [family/friends] to ensure coordination of service.
- Assist participants with entitlements and concrete services; acts as an advocate on participant’s behalf
- Attends and participates in weekly supervision, weekly staff meetings and periodic in-service trainings.
- Presents issues/cases for review at Clinical Team Meetings and PROS Administrative Meeting.-
- Attain and maintain competency in Wellness Self-Management and other evidenced based practices as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:- Graduation from a Peer Specialist training program.
- Credentialing through the Academy of Peer Services mandatory.
- Spanish speaking a plus.
- Experience with mental health/substance use preferred.
- Basic computer skills.-
- Must be able to maintain appropriate boundaries with participants and utilize supervision to address conflicts.Special Working Conditions:
Field work may be necessary, i.e. escorting participants to appointment for benefits, medical, etc. Must be able to utilize public transportation for travel. Must be able to climb stairs.