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The primary objective is to build strong, trusting relationships with individuals, providing inspiration and tools necessary to navigate their journey toward mental wellness using a strength-based lens. Responsibilities include providing peer support, individualized assistance in recovery planning, advocacy, emotional support, and facilitating peer-led support groups.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess personal lived mental health and/or recovery experience and hold the required NYS Peer Certification (NYS-CPS or CRPA, provisional acceptable). A valid NYS Driver’s License is mandatory, and bilingual English/Spanish speaking ability is considered a plus.
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Job description
At Access
Supports for
Living and our
Access: Network partners, we help people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - and we support our staff in doing the same. Across our family of organizations, team members work in mental health, substance use, disability, employment, housing, and family services, doing meaningful work in a collaborative and respectful environment. We offer supportive leadership, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive benefits, and the chance to build a career with purpose. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that values what you bring, the Access Network is a great place to be.
Location
New
Windsor,
NY
Hours:
Monday-Friday 9am- 6:30pm
Rate of pay: $22 (provisional) $23 (full certification)
Peer
Certification
Required
Overview
OF
PRIMARY
RESPONSIBILITES: In this role, you will inspire hope through a strength-based lens. You will promote empowerment and self-determination, provide opportunities for individuals to practice self-efficacy through activities that emphasize the acquisition, development, and enhancement of life skills in a home and community based setting. Your primary objective will be to build strong, trusting relationships with individuals and provide them with the inspiration and tools necessary to navigate their journey towards mental wellness.
PRIMARY
Functions: ·
Peer
Support: Use your personal experience and recovery story to connect with individuals and effectively communicate empathy, understanding, and acceptance. ·
Individualized
Assistance: Collaborate with clients to identify their strengths, needs, and personal goals, and support them in developing and implementing an individualized recovery plan. ·
Advocacy: Serve as a strong advocate for clients, promoting their rights, preferences, and choices, while working within the established guidelines and regulations. ·
Emotional
Support: Offer emotional support and encouragement to individuals by actively listening, providing validation, and offering constructive feedback when appropriate. ·
Skill
Development: Assist clients in developing and enhancing their coping skills, problem-solving abilities, and resilience through various evidence-based practices. ·
Group
Facilitation: Organize and facilitate peer-led support groups, promoting a safe and empowering environment for individuals to share their experiences, learn from one another, and develop social connections. ·
Documentation and
Reporting: Maintain accurate and confidential records of client interactions, progress, and any relevant information, adhering to all legal and ethical guidelines. ·
Professional
Development: Engage in regular training, supervision, and continuing education opportunities to stay up-to-date with current best practices in peer support, mental health recovery, and related fields. ·
Collaboration: Collaborate and establish positive working relationships with multidisciplinary teams, including mental health professionals, community organizations, and other service providers, to ensure holistic and coordinated care for clients.
Additional
Functional /
Organizational
SUPPORT: · Assignments may be determined at a future date
Qualifications
AND
ATTRIBUTES: · Personal and lived mental health and/ or recovery experience · Bilingual English and Spanish speaking is a plus · NYS Driver’s License required · Strong organization skills with accurate attention to detail · Excellent communication skills and the ability to multi- task · Able to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment · Ability to work individually, as well as part of a team
Education
AND
EXPERIENCE: · NYS Peer Certification Required (NYS-CPS or CRPA; provisional is acceptable) #CertifiedPeer #Peer #HumanServices #PeerSupport #CertifiedPeerSpecialist IND2024 An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans
