Bilingual Peer Support Specialist (Spanish/English) - NYC

Job Description Location: New York City, NY (In Person — Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan) Pay: $20–$23/hour (based on certification level & experience) Schedule: Full-time and Part-time | Monday–Friday (daytime/business hours) Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred (not required) — Spanish speakers will be prioritized Quick Snapshot (Please Read) To be considered, you must meet one of the following: Currently hold NYCPS or NYCPS-P, OR Completed all 13 APS Core Courses and are actively applying for NYCPS-P through NYPSCB (proof required prior to onboarding) If you are APS‑complete and waiting for NYPSCB updates, you are encouraged to apply. Overview Make a meaningful difference in your community by using lived experience to support individuals living with mental health and/or substance use challenges. Peer Support Specialists use empathy, recovery‑oriented support, and connection to resources to help individuals build stability, hope, and resilience. Key Responsibilities Provide peer‑led emotional support that promotes hope and recovery Share lived experience appropriately to support participants in achieving their goals Support de‑escalation using basic, non‑clinical crisis support strategies Help individuals identify goals and build coping skills Connect individuals to community resources and recovery supports Collaborate with the care team and contribute peer perspective Maintain accurate documentation in Electronic Health Records (EHR) Uphold ethical guidelines, boundaries, 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 NYCPS/NYCPS-P OR APS 13 Core Courses completed + actively applying for NYCPS-P (proof required prior to onboarding) Ability to work in person in Bronx, Brooklyn, and/or Manhattan (matched based on borough preference and availability) Ability to complete onboarding requirements (background check, etc.) Basic computer/smartphone skills Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred (not required) — Spanish speakers prioritized Peer support, coaching, mentoring, advocacy, or case support experience Community program experience EHR experience Benefits & Perks Mission-driven work that makes a real impact Supportive, inclusive team environment Professional development opportunities Guidance/support for obtaining or advancing NYCPS certification Opportunities for growth within behavioral health Our Mission We believe in the transformative power of lived experience. Our mission is to uplift individuals through empathy, support, and shared understanding—helping people heal, grow, and build healthier lives. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chris Baily