Peer Specialist

Job Description Full Time Peer Specialtist, Brooklyn The Peer Specialist is an active member of the Residential Housing Team and works closely with the program manager/supervisor. The Peer Specialist will function as a role model to peers; exhibiting competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills; serve as a consumer advocate, providing consumer information and peer supports for clients/tenants. The Peer Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to assist peers in regaining independence within the community, learning and practicing new skills, helping clients/tenants monitor their progress, modeling effective coping techniques and self-help strategies, supporting them in advocating for themselves to obtain effective services, supporting them in their treatment, contacting treatment providers to setup appointments, escorting them to appointments, and assisting clients/tenants in any area they require help. Additional Requirements Minimum one year experience in the behavioral health services or in the mental health setting Good written and verbal communication skills. Good interpersonal skills Ability to work as part of a team. Education Requirements: High School or GED equivalent required; Bachelor preferred; Peer Certification preferred Valid driver's license in good standing Proficient Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite preferred (Outlook, WORD, Excel and basic databased) Location: Brooklyn, NY