Peer Support Specialist - Training & Certification Supported - Suffolk County

Job Description

Job Description

Locations (In Person):

• Willow Park Assisted Living — 1550 Herkimer Rd, Utica, NY 13502

• Terrace at Woodland — 8299 Turin Rd, Rome, NY 13440

• Sachem Adult Home — 1298 Coates Ave N, Holbrook, NY 11741

• South Bay Adult Home — 33 Cottontail Run, Center Moriches, NY 11934

• Terrace at Newark — 208 NY-88, Newark, NY 14513

Pay: $20–$23/hour (based on certification level & experience)
Schedule: Full-time or Part-time | Monday–Friday (daytime/business hours)

Want to become a Peer Support Specialist and help others in recovery?

If you have lived experience and a passion for supporting others, this is your chance to start a meaningful career.

✅ Already certified? Great — apply now.
✅ Not certified yet? That’s okay — we will help you enroll in APS, complete your courses, and guide you through the certification path.

You can apply if you meet ONE of these:

Option 1: You currently hold NYCPS or NYCPS-P , OR
Option 2: You have lived experience and are willing to complete the APS (Academy of Peer Services) coursework to earn your NYCPS-P (Provisional)

Note: We are looking for people who are ready to start the APS process soon and stay engaged. We provide support the whole way.

What you’ll do in the role

• Provide peer support and encouragement to individuals working on recovery goals

• Share lived experience appropriately to inspire hope and motivation

• Help people build coping skills and connect to resources

• Collaborate with staff and contribute peer perspective

• Complete basic documentation (training provided as needed)

• Maintain strong boundaries, ethics, and confidentiality

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

• Lived experience related to mental health recovery, substance use recovery, and/or supporting a loved one

• Able to work in person at [FACILITY NAME] in [CITY, NY]

• Basic computer/smartphone skills

• Ability to complete onboarding requirements (background check, etc.)

If you’re not certified yet (APS Path)

We will guide you step-by-step through:

1. Creating your APS account

2. Completing APS Policies

3. Enrolling in the 13 APS Core Courses

4. Applying for your NYCPS-P (Provisional)

You’ll receive a step-by-step guide + troubleshooting support , and you can reach out to us anytime during the process.

Why apply with us

• Clear pathway into peer support work (even if you’re not certified yet)

• Supportive team and ongoing guidance

• Meaningful, mission-driven work

• Growth opportunities in behavioral health

Ready to get started?

Apply now and we’ll follow up with next steps (including APS enrollment support if needed).