Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Peer Specialist: Recovery Advocate & Community Connector

Best Self

BestSelf in Buffalo, NY, is hiring a Peer Specialist to provide crucial support in Behavioral Health Services. The role includes assisting individuals in accessing services and promoting recovery through person-centered approaches. A welcoming, team environment is fostered to encourage growth and well-being. Candidates should have lived experience with substance use or mental health challenges, alongside relevant education. A valid NYS driver’s license and the ability to engage diverse communities are critical. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Vacancy posted 7 hours ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Peer Specialist: Recovery Advocate & Community Connector in Buffalo, NY vacancy
  • $18 - $22 per hour

     ...expression. We recognize that our diverse workforce allows us to provide culturally competent care to everyone in our community. The Recovery Peer Advocate is an individual who uses their knowledge acquired through lived experience related to substance use, to support... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Local area

    Evergreen Health Services

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $28 - $31 per hour

     ...Jewish Family Services of Western New York is seeking a full-time Peer Specialist in Buffalo, NY. This role involves supporting individuals transitioning from institutional care to community settings. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in a related field and... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Full time

    Jewish Family Services of Western New York

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  • $17.33 - $20 per hour

     ...Avenue Buffalo, NY 14209 SUMMARY OF DUTIES The Peer Specialist operates within a team of professionals who...  ...support services with rehabilitation and recovery focus, with a primary goal of connecting individuals to community-based recovery supports consistent with the... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Work experience placement
    Work at office
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    BestSelf Behavioral Health

    Buffalo, NY
    7 hours ago
  • $18 - $20 per hour

     ...looking for an experienced and passionate Community Based Peer Specialist to join our team. The Community...  ...Develop individualized recovery plans and goals with clients Facilitate...  ...members, and other stakeholders Advocate for clients in order to access community... 
    Community
    Temporary work
    Local area

    Mid-Erie Mental Health Services, Inc

    Buffalo, NY
    19 days ago
  • $100k - $300k

     ...clients, each other, and the community. “Choose generosity over...  ...Critical Time Intervention (CTI) Peer Specialist is responsible for providing...  ...long-term success and recovery. Utilize personal experience...  ...connecting with support networks. Advocate for clients in accessing the... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Work at office
    Local area
    Immediate start
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift

    Jewish Family Service

    Buffalo, NY
    14 days ago
  • $18 - $19 per hour

     ...Job Description Job Description Program Summary: Home & Community Based Support Services consists of three programs with the...  ...building, support and linkage. Position Summary: The Family Peer Advocate provides advocacy, education, and support to families of... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift

    Child & Family Services of Erie County

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $18.13 per hour

     ....13 USD per hour Description Join our team as a Family Peer Advocate, where your personal experiences and empathetic approach will...  ...for the needs of parents and families, possess knowledge of community resources, have the ability to communicate well with others,... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Temporary work

    Endeavor Health Services

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $17.33 - $20 per hour

     ...earn an extra $1.25/hour Summary Of Duties Peer Services are an array of services and...  ...health challenges in their home, school, community, and/or placement. Peer support services...  ...by a trained and credentialed Peer Specialist who is uniquely qualified to work with families... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Work experience placement
    Work at office
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Afternoon shift

    BestSelf Behavioral Health

    Buffalo, NY
    7 hours ago
  •  ...Family Peer Advocate The Family Peer Advocate provides support to families while their child is enrolled in OMH programs (ITP and RTF) at OLV Human Services. The Family Peer Advocate serves as a link for families to resolve concerns or coordinate advocacy for the youth... 
    Work from home

    OLV Human Services

    Lackawanna, NY
    11 days ago
  • $21.98 per hour

     ...Family Peer Advocate Youth Act Job Category: Human Services Location: Cheektowaga, NY 14225, USA Description Major Responsibilities/Activities: Offer resources, including, but not limited to: education, advocacy and support along with role modeling for... 
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    Child and Family Services of Erie County, Inc.

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  •  ...Customer Care Advocate Thank you for your interest in our Customer Care team. Due to...  ...mentoring and support to new hires and peer group. ~ Assist with tasks assigned by...  ...diversify our workforce and best reflect the communities we serve. Our mission is to foster an... 
    Community
    Contract work
    Work at office
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    Univera Healthcare

    Williamsville, NY
    1 day ago
  • $60.2k - $107.4k

     ...Behavioral Health Care Advocate Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided...  ...a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career...  ...opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization... 
    Community
    Minimum wage
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Local area
    Remote work
    Work from home
    Home office
    Monday to Friday
    Afternoon shift

    UnitedHealthcare

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  • $55.27k - $68.78k

     ...Health Services is hiring Behavioral Health Specialists to join our Forensic ACT Team! In this...  ...for providing comprehensive, community-based mental health services for individuals...  ...evidence-based interventions to promote recovery and wellness. Your assertive approach and... 
    Community
    Temporary work
    Local area

    Mid-Erie Mental Health Services, Inc

    Buffalo, NY
    19 days ago
  • $55k - $66k

     ...A community health service provider in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to provide comprehensive community-based mental health services. Candidates should...  ...multidisciplinary team to develop and implement recovery plans. This role requires effective... 
    Community

    Endeavor Health Services

    Buffalo, NY
    7 hours ago
  • $20 - $24 per hour

     ...an enthusiastic and motivated Stretch Specialist to join our team at The MOG This is an...  ...Educate clients on movement, flexibility, recovery, and injury prevention Monitor...  ...of these establishments is committed to serving the dynamic community of Western New York.
    Community
    Hourly pay

    Trilogy Physical Therapy

    Amherst, NY
    2 days ago
  • $23 - $23.6 per hour

     ...Overview The Supportive Housing Specialist will be responsible for assisting tenants with...  ...and to help them maintain a stable community living environment of their choice throughout...  .... Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery-oriented supports as needed in the areas... 
    Community
    Full time
    Monday to Friday
    Shift work

    DePaul

    Buffalo, NY
    5 days ago
  • $43.5k - $51.99k

     ...Rehabilitation Specialist of Franklin PROS FLSA Status: Exempt Location: 254 Franklin...  ...OF DUTIES: As a Personalized Recovery Oriented Services team member, you will...  ...Provides program consultation and education to community members. • Participate in case review... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Part time
    Work experience placement
    Flexible hours

    BestSelf Behavioral Health

    Buffalo, NY
    3 days ago
  • $20 per hour

     ...Program Overview: The Community Mental Health Promotion and Support...  ...: The Community Wellness Specialist will play a vital role in the...  ...individuals and families. • Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure...  ...to work collaboratively with peers and community partners in a... 
    Community
    Full time
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    Buffalo Urban League

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  •  ...full time) team member to join our growing community at Stretchd Out Buffalo! Position: Wellness Assistant / Stretch Specialist (Part-Time) Hours: Evenings + Weekends...  ...Passionate about health, wellness, and recovery Comfortable working hands-on with clients... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Part time
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift

    STRETCHD OUT BUFFALO LLC

    Buffalo, NY
    25 days ago
  • $18.5 per hour

     ...Specialist II Hillside Work Scholarship Connection The Specialist...  ...relationship building, supporting Youth Advocate implementation of programming...  ...education partners, and community-based organizations....  ...patterns of behavior, negative peer relationships) and ability to... 
    Community
    Apprenticeship
    Internship
    Work at office
    Local area
    Shift work
    Afternoon shift

    Hillside Family of Agencies

    Buffalo, NY
    7 days ago
  • $18.5 - $21 per hour

     ...Senior Contact Center Specialist page is loaded## Senior Contact Center Specialistlocations...  ...Serve as subject matter expert and answers peer inquires and client escalations• Back up...  ...for families, businesses and communities or opening doors for our team, we share... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Work experience placement
    Work at office
    Shift work

    Northwest Consumer Discount Co.

    Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago
  • $22 - $24 per hour

     ...due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Vertical Asset Recovery Specialist Regular Part Time Manual Labor Buffalo, NY, US $22.00 to $24.00 Hourly Job Purpose As a Vertical Asset Recovery Specialist (VARS... 
    Hourly pay
    Part time

    Sonwil Distribution

    Buffalo, NY
    7 hours ago
  • $50.43k - $61.55k

     ...Mental Health, Office of Title Trades Specialist (Electrician), Buffalo Psychiatric...  ...focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness...  ...underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on... 
    Community
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Traineeship
    Work at office
    Remote work

    New York State Civil Service

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $18 per hour

     ...Advocate Job Category: Frontline Direct Service Part-Time Rate: $18 USD per hour Buffalo, NY 14218, USA Travel Required...  ..., and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school and home settings. The primary responsibilities of... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Part time
    Flexible hours
    Afternoon shift

    Youth Advocate Programs

    Buffalo, NY
    4 days ago
  • $60k - $75k

     ...Promote our values and the ImageFIRST way to build the company by positively impacting the lives of our associates, customers and community Customer Relationships: Handle all administrative aspects of sales, identify and resolve customer concerns, ensure customer satisfaction... 
    Community
    Weekly pay
    Contract work
    Monday to Friday
    Night shift

    ImageFIRST Healthcare Laundry Specialists

    Tonawanda, NY
    28 days ago
  • $78k - $97k

     ...partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to...  ...A Brief Overview: As a Sr. Partner Specialist - Programs within WWT, you will have the...  ...associated content and present concepts to peers in team meetings. Other duties... 
    Community
    Full time
    Work at office
    Remote work
    Shift work

    World Wide Technology

    Buffalo, NY
    5 hours ago
  • $19.94 - $24.93 per hour

     ...FACT (Forensic Assertive Community Treatment) Housing Specialist , where you will play a...  ...and achieve their personal recovery goals. Your expertise...  ...closely with case managers, peers, clinicians, and medical...  ...individuals. Act as an advocate for individuals in housing... 
    Community
    Temporary work

    Mid-Erie Mental Health Services, Inc

    Buffalo, NY
    19 days ago
  • $20 per hour

     ...Job Description Job Description We're looking for Customer Advocates with at least 2 years of customer-facing experience to build...  ...to customers on the driveway or getting involved in the local community, our Customer Advocates are leading the charge in reintroducing... 
    Community
    Hourly pay
    Summer work
    Local area
    Shift work
    Weekday work

    Carvana

    Buffalo, NY
    a month ago
  • $123.6k - $206k

     ...rapidly changing environment Experience effectively influencing peers and senior leaders Ability to train, mentor, and develop others...  ...simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company... 
    Community
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Local area

    M&T Bank

    Buffalo, NY
    2 days ago
  • $60.2k

     ...a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development...  .... Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization...  ...purpose of the Behavioral Health Care Advocate is to improve the enrollee's ability to... 
    Community
    Minimum wage
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Local area
    Remote work
    Work from home
    Home office
    Monday to Friday
    Afternoon shift

    Optum

    Buffalo, NY
    14 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Peer Specialist: Recovery Advocate & Community Connector. Be the first to apply!