Peer Specialist

JOB DEFINITION:

The OnTrackNY Program is a Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) treatment program at CN Guidance and Counseling Services, which serves adolescents, and young adults who are experiencing first episode psychosis. Our mission is to empower young people to make meaning of their experiences and to pursue their goals for school, work and personal relationships. Equity, inclusion, rapid access and self-determination are at the core of everything we do.

The Peer Specialist will work as part of the OnTrackNY team with program participants, family and community members, and all other team members. The Peer Specialist serves a unique role on the team, instilling hope in participants and families by drawing on their own lived experience of overcoming challenges with a psychiatric label. Walking alongside participants on their recovery journeys, the Peer Specialist uses a non-clinical approach to support, empower, and advocate for young people as they contend with the difficulties and uncertainties of their emerging experiences.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

At a minimum a peer must, have a high school diploma, high school equivalency or a State Education Commencement Credential and NYS certification as a Peer Specialist or an ability to obtain certification within one year of hire, (CERPA-P).

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

A person aged 18- 30 years old who has lived experience with mental health and/or co- occurring behavioral health challenges in their home, school and/or community

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Outreach & Engagement: Connecting with both the community and participants and families about OnTrackNY and offering hope and support around the possibility of

• Relationship Building: Forming meaningful partnerships with program

• Embracing Creative Narratives: Expanding the understandings of the experience of “First Episode Psychosis”.

• Co-Creating Tools for Success: Partnering with participants and families to support development and creation of self-care and self-awareness tools.

• Supporting and Partnering with Families: Working closely with a participant’s family of

• Making OnTrackNY Better: Supporting the growth and development of OnTrackNY through creation and support of a feedback loop between participants and the

• Identify and implement quality improvement trainings and activities as part of professional development goals.

• Encourage quality improvement processes and provide consistent resources for QI and professional development.

• 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.
• Performs other duties assigned.

BENEFITS

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package. (Eligible only for Full-time employees)

• 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.

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If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553.

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Central Nassau 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 2019-2023, 5 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 Central Nassau 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. Central Nassau Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.’

Posted On: February 15, 2024