Part Time Mental Health Peer Specialist

4 weeks ago


Ithaca, New York, United States Unity House of Cayuga County Full time

A career with a cause at Unity House means supporting people with disabilities. We empower our employees to learn, grow, and thrive. In return, we offer:

Competitive Pay: Starting at $18.00 per hour, with opportunities for additional compensation based on certifications, education, and experience.

Benefits: Full-time benefits for working 30+ hours per week, including health insurance, paid holidays, vacation days, sick days, and personal days.

Flexibility: A work schedule that fits your life, with opportunities for tuition reimbursement, free training, and promotion.

Wellness: Free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs, including 401k contributions matched up to 3.5%.

Our Mission: To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability.

Our Vision: All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community.

Our Values: Honesty, Integrity, and Respect.

Join Unity House of Cayuga County as a Part Time Mental Health Peer Specialist and make a difference in the lives of others.

Requirements:

  • High School diploma/GED required
  • Associates-degree in a Human Services related field preferred
  • Provisional Status with Certification pending with documented plan to complete required experience required
  • Current credential as a Certified Peer Specialist preferred
  • First-hand experience as a consumer of public mental health services required
  • Knowledge and experience applying principles of mental health peer support preferred

Salary: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

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