Peer Specialist

Overview

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is an award-winning nonprofit human services organization that has strengthened communities and changed lives since 1943. As the largest provider of licensed outpatient behavioral health services and one of the largest human services agencies in Westchester County, WJCS serves more than 20,000 individuals each year through over 80 innovative programs. Our services support people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, providing compassionate, high-quality care and resources.

We are seeking a full-time Peer Specialist to join our Certified Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in Peekskill, NY. Under the general supervision of the Director of Integrative Services for CCBHC, the Peer Specialist has a vital role in our small multidisciplinary team by providing support and assistance to consumers who are enrolled in the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic in Peekskill.

As a Peer Specialist, you will draw on your own experiences to help clients navigate the challenges of mental health and/or substance use recovery, offering ongoing support, advocacy, and mentorship on their path to wellness. The salary for this 35 hour per week position is $50,000 per year.

Responsibilities

As a valued member of our team, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Enroll individuals into wrap around services, providing initial engagement and assessment for COPS Referrals and New Clients entering services.
• Complete initial and ongoing NOMS assessments. 
• Support clients and the team with crisis intervention and stabilization, as needed.
• Collaborate with clients using personalized methods to help them set and achieve their health and wellness goals. 
• Participate in outreach and recruitment efforts with the team, forging relationships with community providers to enhance client access to care.

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who possess the following:

• NY State Certification as a Peer Specialist or Provisional Certification with the understanding that the person will become certified within 1 year of employment.
• At least 2 years of active participation in mental health self-help activities, peer support or peer advocacy programs or similar programs.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Computer literacy.
• HS diploma or GED

What WJCS has to offer you

In addition to meaningful work and a supportive team environment, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a generous Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Disability and life insurance
• 403(b) Plan and Agency-Paid Pension Plan
• On-Going Professional Training and Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff appreciation events and employee mental health & wellness initiatives
• Tuition, day-care, and personal emergency reimbursements

WJCS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER