Certified Peer Specialist

Ohel Children's Homes and Family Services Kadimah PROS is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to join the program in Brooklyn NY.  Kadimah PROS is a group focused mental health day program that helps people who are recovering from mental illness meet their goals and reintegrate into the community. The Peer Specialist will provide peer supports, person-centered and recovery-oriented services to the PROS community using personal experiences to engender a sense of hope and recovery within the program.

Responsibilities:

• Lead/ Co-Lead groups and activities as assigned, including community exploration trips and special events.
• Assist in orienting new admits to PROS.
• Maintain ongoing and timely documentation.
• Act as an advocate on participant’s behalf as well as collaborate and consult with staff, other providers and identified collaterals.
• Attend and participate in weekly supervision, weekly staff meetings and periodic in-service trainings.
• Assist with the daily operation of the PROS program including serving lunch and snack.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid New York State Certified Peer Specialist required
• Experience providing services to individuals with Mental Health and/or Substance Use diagnoses in advocacy and behavioral health services preferred

Successful candidate should have excellent verbal/written communication skills and be detail oriented. The candidate should be a multi-tasker who can successfully navigate a fast-paced professional team while always promoting professionalism. Candidates must have excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office. This Part-Time position is based in Brooklyn.

Salary Range:  $17.00 -$22.00 an hour