What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Support Specialist position at AspireHopeNY?
AspireHopeNY, Inc. is seeking a valued peer to add to our team in Wayne County, NY. Your lived experience of recovery and service utilization is a valuable resource to other peers and your community. We are a peer-governed organization with over 25 years experience hiring, supporting and empowering peers. Please join us and make a difference.
The Peer Support Specialist position will be supporting people in receiving Adult Home and Community Based Services for Peer Empowerment.
Qualifications: The qualified Peer candidate must be in recovery and willing to share their recovery journey. Once hired, employees complete on-the-job peer certification. The certified Peer Support Specialist/Peer Recovery Advocate will:
Provide guidance and mentoring to individuals in recovery;- Aid in removing barriers/obstacles to their recovery;
- Assist in improving skills in the areas of living, learning, working, socializing;
- Support peers in gaining independence within their community.
Candidates must be eligible to become a Certified Peer Support Specialist/Peer Recovery Advocate, which includes identifying as a current and/or previous recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services, completing coursework, passing examinations, etc. Candidates should have approximately 12 months of successful recovery.
A high school diploma or GED is required, and applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Applicant must live within the Wayne County, NY area. Education, Credentialing, Training and/or experience in Human Services, Recovery-Based Services, Social Work, Counseling, or another related field is preferred.
Per-Diem, $14.95 per hour. mileage reimbursement; paid training.
