Peer Specialist

Family Service League is seeking a full-time Peer Specialist for our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in Riverhead. The Peer Specialist will serve as a part of the multidisciplinary team outpatient behavioral health program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outreach to clients to facilitate their engagement in services and offer additional support.
• Coach and support clients in areas such as self-advocacy, linkage to aftercare, wellness self-management, and daily living activities.
• Accompany clients to medical and other appointments to facilitate their engagement and follow through as needed.
• Provide concrete service delivery to clients, such as benefits and enrollments, as per individual needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of client interactions and services provided.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Peer Specialist Certification or eligible with plan to obtain certification within 1 year of employment required.
• At least 1 year of experience as a peer specialist in a related setting preferred.
• Relevant life experience required, including personal experience living with a disability and/or social/emotional challenge.

Family Service League is committed to the belief that all individuals deserve uncompromising respect. Through our recruitment efforts, we continually strive to attain and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that meets the needs of our clients and reflects the communities we serve.