Peer Specialist

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is 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 is vital role in our small multidisciplinary team by providing support and assistance to consumers (aged 4 throughout the lifespan) 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 range is $45,000-$50,000 per year.

Responsibilities include:

• 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:

• 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.

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

Why join Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS)?

Founded in 1943, WJCS provides a vast range of supportive community services each year to 20,000 people of all ages and backgrounds. Across every division, WJCS employees are connected by their shared values and commitment to helping those in need.

We are dedicated to ensuring dignity and respect for all employees in an inclusive and safe environment that values diversity, experience, and merit. We are committed to racial justice and equal opportunity, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, class, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity differences—for employment, professional development, and advancement for qualified individuals.

WJCS INC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Posted On: September 17, 2024