Community Integration Peer Support Specialist

1 week ago


Brooklyn, New York, United States Institute for Comm Living Full time
Job Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

This role is integral to a supportive housing initiative aimed at assisting individuals residing in permanent scattered-site accommodations. Under the guidance of the Program Director, the Peer Specialist acts as a mentor, providing education on self-help methodologies, imparting effective coping mechanisms derived from personal experiences, and facilitating skill development in symptom management. The Peer Specialist plays a crucial role in helping individuals articulate their rehabilitation and recovery objectives while fostering community support systems and networks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide counseling to individuals regarding their health and mental health requirements, empowering them to utilize personal strengths and available resources to maintain independence within the community.

2. Educate clients on self-help strategies as part of their social and community integration journey.

3. Share effective coping strategies based on lived experiences to enhance resilience.

4. Instruct on symptom and medication management techniques.

5. Assist individuals in defining their rehabilitation and recovery aspirations.

6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records for each individual.

7. Gather and disseminate resource information relevant to the care of residents in a clear and comprehensible manner.

  1. Support individuals in achieving personalized service plan goals with a holistic health approach.
  2. Facilitate tailored services that empower individuals to flourish within the community.

10. Refer individuals to internal services, community resources, and external organizations, accompanying them to appointments as necessary.

11. Advocate for individuals with external service providers and within the organization.

12. Assist individuals in locating vocational training or other educational opportunities, collaborating with team members to address individual needs.

13. Provide comprehensive health and mental health support while promoting social and community integration.

14. Adhere to attendance and punctuality standards, consistently reporting to work.

15. Participate in scheduled clinical meetings, staff discussions, and training sessions.

16. Follow agency infection control protocols.

17. Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

- Ability to engage with residents, families, and colleagues in a compassionate and respectful manner, considering cultural differences.

- Serve as a positive role model for individuals.

- Proficient in completing documentation and reports accurately and timely.

- Effective communication skills with staff, residents, families, and the public.

- Capable of preparing precise documentation and reports as required.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with others.

- Independent worker who adheres to safety and accountability standards.

- Understanding of how disabilities impact functioning and strategies to cope with these challenges.

- Proficient in reading and writing at a high school level and following written and verbal instructions.

- Willingness to accompany or transport residents throughout the community as needed.

- Empathetic and supportive, demonstrating and encouraging appropriate behaviors and skills.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE:

Preferred completion of an internship or similar training in peer advocacy; experience in providing advocacy services to individuals with mental health challenges or those experiencing homelessness is advantageous.

Current or former recipient of mental health, substance use, or homelessness services is preferred.



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