Peer Specialist, Crisis Respite Relief

Peer Specialist - Crisis Housing

Reports to: Senior Program Manager

Location: Syracuse, NY 13206

Schedule: Relief

Pay Rate: $18.47 - $21.15 Hourly

The people we care for come from all walks of life, and so do we. We strive to diversify our workforce, not because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our agency stronger!

About Us

With a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals by ways of residential housing, mental health and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement. Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings.

About the Role:

We are looking for a proactive employee to provide an array of recovery support services for the participants of Unique Peerspectives in conjunction with maintaining program operations under the direction of the Program Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Engaging and empathizing with individuals with psychiatric labels experiencing crisis based on common experience
• Facilitating the development of crisis self-help skills, support systems, coping strategies, increased hope and self-esteem through individual and group interactions
• Assisting individuals in identifying and exercising their rights and support people to advocate for their need
• Gain and share knowledge of the goals and objectives of the mental health consumer/survivor/ex-patient movement

Education & Experience

High school diploma/GED required. Must have personal experience with mental health services. NYS Peer Certification preferred.

Conditions of Employment

Must have a valid NYS driver’s license in accordance with the Agency Vehicle and Driving policy and transportation necessary to meet program needs.

Did you know that AccessCNY offers great health, dental and vision insurance for employees working 30 hours or more? Additionally we provide a 401(k) match upon hire, PTO, and 11 paid holidays.