Peer Specialist

2 days ago

Utica, New York, United States Helio Health Full time
Job Title: Peer Specialist

Job Summary:

Helo Health is seeking a Peer Specialist to join our team. As a Peer Specialist, you will work with individuals in recovery to help them regain independence in their communities and sustain their own recovery. You will work on a full-time basis out of Oneida County Jail.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with individuals to develop a person-centered recovery plan.
  • Link patients to social and other support services in the community.
  • Teach individuals and family members coping skills.
  • Support the application process for benefits.
  • Provide non-clinical crisis support after periods of hospitalization or incarceration.
  • Accompany individuals to court appearances and medical appointments.
  • Engage individuals with formal recovery support services.
  • Educate individuals and family members on various modes of recovery.

Qualifications:

  • High School Graduate or Equivalency required.
  • Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) Certification required within six (6) months of hire and maintain CRPA certification throughout employment.
  • One year of Health or Human Service experience preferred.
  • An individual does not need to be in recovery themselves but must be able to confer empathy through lived experiences such as family and/or close friends (each peer specialist self-defines their peer-ness).
  • Must have a valid NYS Drivers License.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance including dental and vision for employees and families.
  • Paid Vacation and Sick leave - No Waiting Period for accruals.
  • Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
  • 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
  • Company paid short-term disability insurance.
  • Company sponsored life insurance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Helo Health provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, religion, national origin, citizenship, status as a victim of domestic violence, age, military or veteran status, handicap or disability, family medical history or predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, marital status, family status, political affiliation, felony conviction record, status as a victim of a crime, or status as an employee who has complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit, or any other categories, status or activity protected by federal, state or local law.

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