Association For Mental Health And Wellness·Riverhead, New York
Provide recovery-oriented, non-clinical peer support through a support line and on-site services at the Recovery Center East. Responsibilities include facilitating support groups, assisting participants with resource identification, and conducting community outreach.
“To empower and inspire people of all communities to identify, pursue and sustain healthy, meaningful lives”.
MHAW strives to develop an authentic, diverse workforce that embraces, creates, respects and demonstrates diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in the work environment, towards one another and those we serve. We recognize that our agency is strongest when we all embrace the full spectrum of diversity and experience. We actively seek to employ a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve.
Position: Peer Specialist – MHAW Recovery Center East
$18.00 per hour, nonexempt position
Hours: Per Diem – Up to 15 hours per week; Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
Location: Riverhead, NY
Start Date: Immediately
The MHAW Peer Support Line and Recovery Center East (RCE) provide recovery-oriented, non-clinical peer services grounded in mutuality, shared lived experience, and trauma-informed support. This position is designed for an individual who identifies as being in recovery and is committed to using their lived experience to support others on their recovery journey.
Candidates must have lived experience in recovery and be progressing toward or maintain New York Certified Peer Specialist-Provisional (NYCPS-P) certification. A valid NYS Driver's License and a strong understanding of trauma-informed principles are required.
Market context
In New York, Peer Specialist roles are commonly sought in recovery and community-based behavioral health settings, especially where lived experience and certified peer support are part of the service model. This role is competitive because it combines personal recovery experience, direct service background, and progress toward New York Peer Specialist Certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification timeline and prepare examples of peer support work before applying.
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