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Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc.

Peer Specialist

Samaritan Daytop Village, Inc., New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview

Under general direction, the Peer will work with the team to provide community-based support with a rehabilitation and recovery focus using shared lived experiences in NYS OASAS regulated programs. The Peer Worker will work as a fully integrated team member providing individual face-to-face services in the client’s home or community as specified in the service protocols. This work supports the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.

Responsibilities

Provides in-person individualized support to individuals with mental health and/or substance use diagnoses.

Serves as a role model, mentor, and advocate to help prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery.

Provides strength-based rehabilitative and recovery-oriented services individually and as part of a team.

Establishes trusting relationships with clients based on mutuality and positive regard during outreach and meetings.

Supports clients in developing and implementing personalized recovery plans aligned with their needs and the Plan of Care.

Shares personal experiences to foster hope and recovery.

Coordinates services through collaboration with staff, providers, and family or friends of clients.

Assists clients with entitlements and concrete services, advocating on their behalf.

Participates in weekly supervision, staff meetings, and in-service trainings.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

At least two years of experience or volunteer work in a recovery-oriented setting

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) or CRPA-Provisional for OASAS programs OR New York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) for OMH programs

Knowledge of substance use disorder recovery process

Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office

Availability to travel within the catchment area and navigate public transportation

Commitment to recovery-oriented systems of care

Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and follow procedures

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industry: Non-profit Organizations

Samaritan Daytop Village serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually, with over 60 programs across NYC and the greater NY area. Our success depends on our employees.

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