Certified Peer Specialist 1, Central New York Psychiatric Center - Kingsboro Psychiatric Center, P27818

Duties Description

You would provide direct mental health services to recipients in various settings such as emergency, inpatient, outpatient, community support programs, and residential settings. You would serve as a role model for recipients, educating them about self-help techniques and self-help group process; teaching them effective coping strategies, often based on your personal experience; assisting them in clarifying their goals for rehabilitation and recovery; and helping them to develop support systems. Your tasks would focus on facilitating the development of self-help skills, support systems, coping strategies, and increasing hope and self-esteem.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certification as a New York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) by the New York Peer Specialist Certification Board (NYPSCB)

Additional Comments

All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Background checks will be required. This position is eligible for a down state adjustment of $4,000.