Consumer Advocate/Peer Specialist needed in Staten Island

Job Overview We are seeking a Consumer Advocate in Staten Island. The Consumer Advocate works with people experiencing street homelessness and living with chronic medical conditions. The objective is to connect individuals to appropriate social and medical services and, ultimately, to help improve their overall health and wellbeing and secure appropriate housing solutions. Key Responsibilities Engage with identified persons currently experiencing homelessness and living with chronic medical conditions. Draw on lived experience of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, and/or immigration issues to build rapport with clients and develop appropriate service connections. Conduct required assessments. Attend clinical supervision and training. Maintain record keeping in compliance with agency standards, as well as those of City and State agencies. Collaborate with Parks Department, NYPD, DSNY, MTA, and other agencies. Accompany clients to appointments and follow up on service referrals. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent required. Minimum 2 years of related experience. Lived experience with homelessness, mental illness, substance use, and/or immigration issues, and willingness to appropriately use lived experience as a tool for building client rapport and developing service connection preferred. Knowledge of local benefit agencies (e.g., Public Assistance) and familiarity with substance use, mental health, immigration, and employment resources. Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams. Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver’s license with a good driving record. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Work Hours and Compensation Pay: $20.70 per hour. Full-time with benefits. Shift Schedule Morning Shift: Wednesday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Saturday–Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Evening Shift: Saturday–Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Monday–Wednesday, 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Interested Candidates Please email the most updated copy of your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr PsychPros, Inc.