CN Guidance and Counseling Services·Plainview, New York
The Peer Specialist provides outreach, health coaching, and recovery support to individuals with co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse disorders. They coordinate care planning, accompany clients to appointments, and act as a linkage to community resources within an interdisciplinary team.
The Peer Specialist functions as a member of an interdisciplinary care coordinator team to assist with the outreach, support and coordination of care for those eligible for and/or served by the Forensic ACT Team, including chronically medically ill individuals with co-occurring mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders. Peer Specialist will serve as a role model and/or health coach for clients.
Educational
REQUIREMENTS: High School Diplomas or GED. A peer credential recognized by the Office of Mental Health and receive specialized training and supervision preferred, or a provisional certification is required to be acquired within 6 months of employment.
Experience
Required:
Relevant life experience required: personal experience living with a disability and/or social/emotional challenge, and willingness to draw upon this experience to serve as a role model to support the recovery model within Health Home model. Current New York State Driver's License Clean DMV Record Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance
Provide outreach to clients to facilitate their engagement in services available via the Forensic ACT Team. Provide health coaching and recovery support, especially on issues of self-advocacy, wellness self-management, medication adherence, smoking cessation, entitlements, and daily living activities. Assists with and coordinate clients' transportation to appointments, including provision of travel training as needed. Accompany clients to medical and/or other appointments to facilitate their engagement and follow through as needed. Provide concrete service delivery to clients i.e., benefits/enrollments as per program needs. Maintains documents, records, statistics, and other related reports in an organized, timely and accurate manner as per policy and procedure. Coordinates care planning with other providers of services/ resources to ensure goal directed, collaborative care, including care transitions. Works as part of the Forensic ACT team; attends and participates in team meetings to provide input/feedback around psychosocial conditions/co morbidities to review client status, update plans and goals, review outcomes to further program goals. Acts as a resources/consultant to all team members on psychosocial and/or substance abuse issues and resources. Provides telehealth, collateral as well as face to face outreach, engagement and service planning in the field. Acts as a linkage to community services including medical, behavioral, residential, entitlement and any other needed services per interdisciplinary care plan. Monitors overall service delivery to clients to ensure coordination and continuity; advocates with service providers/resources as needed. Provides crisis intervention and follow-up. Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed. Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines. Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Other duties as assigned.
We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to: Medical Dental Vision $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit Flexible Spending Account 403(b) retirement plan Long Term and Short Term Disability Legal Plan Dependent Care Expense Account Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance Pet Insurance HRA Training programs including a Mentorship program Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness Career growth and Promotional opportunities Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more 5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more ___________________________________________________________________ If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553. ___________________________________________________________________ CN Guidance & Counseling Services, inspires and catalyzes recovery for people living with mental health and substance use conditions through innovative and person-centered integrated clinical treatment, counseling, housing, and support services. Awarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place 2019-2025, 7 years in a row. Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives. Engage your passion and CHOOSE a career & employer where you can use your vital energy to make a difference. It is the policy of CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.'
Requires a high school diploma or GED and personal lived experience with disability or social/emotional challenges. A peer credential recognized by the Office of Mental Health is preferred, and a valid NYS Driver's License with a clean DMV record is required.
Market context
In New York, peer specialist openings are often tied to behavioral health, recovery, and community support programs, with demand shaped by agencies serving people in mental health and substance use services. These roles are competitive because employers value lived experience, strong communication, and a willingness to complete or maintain CPS credentials. Review the original posting carefully and confirm your eligibility, then use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time comparing fit before you apply.
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