Mental Health Peer Specialist
Mental Health Peer Specialist
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Job Description
Pay:$19.28
Nature of Work:
The Mental Health Peer Specialist is responsible for providing peer support to adults struggling with mental health (both in the agency and in the community). The work involves participating as part of a multidisciplinary team to plan and provide appropriate treatment interventions to assist individuals in regaining and retaining psychiatric stability and a wide range of other functional abilities. The Peer Specialist in consultation with other mental health professionals and paraprofessionals is responsible for meeting the needs of the individuals assigned within their scope of practice.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of a high school diploma or GED. Must be a Certified Peer Specialist.
- Required to currently or formerly be a recipient of mental health or dual diagnosis services; publically selfidentify as a person who has direct personal experience living a life of recovery overcoming the challenges resulting from a diagnosis of mental health. Must maintain a valid NYS Drivers License meeting insurability guidelines.
Pathways Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and strives to employ individuals that are reflective of the communities that we serve. We are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Our goal is to advance Diversity Equity Inclusion Belonging while we learn and grow together.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
