Certified Peer Specialist
Ohel Children's Home and Family Services · Brooklyn, NY · 1 wk ago
OTHR$17–$22/hrPart-time
Responsibilities
- Lead/Co-Lead groups and activities as assigned, including community exploration trips and special events.
- Affiliate in orienting new admits to PROS.
- Maintain ongoing and timely documentation.
- Act as an advocate on participant’s behalf as well as collaborate and consult with staff, other providers and identified collaterals.
- Attend and participate in weekly supervision, weekly staff meetings and periodic in-service trainings.
- Affiliate with the daily operation of the PROS program including serving lunch and snack.
Qualifications
- A High School Diploma or equivalent.
- A Valid New York State Certified Peer Specialist required.
- Experience providing services to individuals with Mental Health and/or Substance Use diagnoses in advocacy and behavioral health services preferred.
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills and be detail oriented.
- A multi-tasker who can successfully navigate a fast-paced professional team while always promoting professionalism.
- Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Pay
Salary Range: $17.00 - $22.00 an hour
Schedule
This Part-Time position is based in Brooklyn.