Unity House of Cayuga County·City of Auburn, New York
Provide peer support to individuals recovering from mental illness or developmental disabilities. Empower clients to learn, grow, and thrive within an inclusive, people-centered environment.
A career with a cause At Unity House, we're dedicated to supporting people with disabilities.
That's why we're dedicated to our employees.
At Unity House, you'll empower people to learn, grow and thrive.
In turn, Unity House will empower you with: Great pay!
Full-time benefits - health insurance and more for working 30+ hours per week Flexible hours - a work schedule that fits your life Time Off - paid holidays, vacation days, sick days, personal days and more Peace of mind - 401k contributions matched up to 3.5% Wellness - free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs Pay options - early payday and direct deposit available Room to grow - tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities
Our mission To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability. This is accomplished by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment. Our vision All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community Our values Honesty, Integrity and Respect
High School diploma/GED required. Associates-degree in a Human Services related field preferred. Provisional Status with Certification pending with documented plan to complete required experience required; current credential as a Certified Peer Specialist preferred. First-hand experience as a consumer of public mental health services required; may also include substance use disorders. Knowledge and experience applying principles of mental health peer support preferred. Part time, 20 hours per week.
Requires a high school diploma and first-hand experience as a consumer of public mental health services. A Certified Peer Specialist credential or a plan to obtain certification is required.
Market context
In New York, part-time mental health peer specialist roles are often sought in community and behavioral health settings because programs value lived experience alongside formal training. These positions can be competitive when candidates already hold, or are actively pursuing, a Certified Peer Specialist credential and can show comfort with recovery-oriented support. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification plan and prepare to discuss how your own service experience informs your approach.
