Summary from listing
The Peer Support Specialist provides one-on-one and group support to individuals in recovery from behavioral health and substance abuse challenges. The role uses motivational interviewing, helps clients develop coping strategies and life skills, manages crises, collaborates with multidisciplinary care teams, documents client progress, and advocates across healthcare, housing, and employment systems. Candidates must hold NY Certified Peer Specialist or NY Certified Recovery Peer Advocate certification, have lived experience with behavioral health or substance abuse challenges, and demonstrate strong mentoring, communication, teamwork, and confidentiality skills.
