Transitional Services For New York Inc·Bellerose, New York
Assist individuals in developing personalized recovery plans and provide mentorship and peer counseling within a residential mental health program. Coordinate with the team to ensure a safe environment and connect clients with supportive community resources.
Transitional Services for New York, Inc., (TSINY) not-for profit, is a comprehensive, community-based mental health organization located in New York City.
We provide a continuum of rehabilitative services to enrich the lives of those recovering from mental illness and facilitate their transition to increased levels of independence.
Transitional Services for New York, Inc. envisions broadening its rehabilitative services and becoming a regional social service provider.
Transitional Services for New York Staff will deliver effective programs with compassion, integrity, and professionalism.
We expect all staff to put our clients’ needs first while respecting ourselves and each other as we provide hope to those who participate in our programs.
TSINY is looking for Part-Time Peer Counselor for The Supported Housing Location, one of our mental health residential programs located in Bellerose (Queens), NY.
Part-Time Peer Counselor: $26 Per Hour
Must have lived experience with mental health services.
Assist individuals in the program to develop personalized plans for recovery. Work as part of the team to ensure that program goals are met, that the environment remains safe and supportive, and provide input into the development of program policy and procedures.
Essential Functions
Peer counseling.
Identify supportive community resources to assist the individuals in the program.
Provide recovery readiness services in groups and individual counseling.
Assist individuals in the program to develop service/housing plan goals that are consistent with their life goals.
Provide referrals to community-based services as needed.
Provide mentorship support to individuals living in the program.
Outreach and engage individuals in program services.
Be able to sit or stand as needed, with or without reasonable accommodation.
May require walking, primarily on a level surface, for short periods throughout the day, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Be able to reach above shoulder heights, below the waist or lift as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday, with or without reasonable accommodation.
During a declared disaster, assume and adhere to assigned Job Action role(s) consistent with Disaster Preparedness Plan.
Perform other related duties as required.
A graduate of a Peer Advocacy Training Program required.
HS diploma or a combination of education and relevant experience to total four years and a graduate of a Peer Advocate training program. Has lived experience with mental health services.
TSINY is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, as well as the New York State Human Rights Law. TSINY prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status or other protected group status as provided by law in all employment decisions.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent experience and completion of a Peer Advocacy Training Program. Candidates must have lived experience with mental health services.
Market context
Peer counselor roles in New York are often tied to community mental health, recovery, and support services, where lived experience and peer advocacy training are central qualifications. This role is competitive because employers typically look for both personal experience with mental health services and the ability to build trust, communicate clearly, and work within structured care teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, and confirm your training documentation before applying.
