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Peer Support Specialist

LaSante Health Center

Job Description

Job Description

LaSante Health Center is seeking a full-time or per diem Peer Support Specialist to provide guidance and encouragement to youth and adults with mental health needs. The ideal candidate will use their lived experience and peer training to help individuals build coping skills, navigate systems of care, and work toward recovery and personal goals.

Responsibilities:

  • Offer peer support and promote self-advocacy among youth and adults

  • Assist individuals in connecting with community resources and services

  • Collaborate with providers, families, and care teams to support comprehensive care

  • Encourage recovery, resiliency, and empowerment through peer mentorship

  • Document services in accordance with program standards

  • Complete additional tasks as directed by supervisor

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • New York State Youth Peer Advocate or Certified Peer Specialist certification (training and credentialing support available for qualified candidates)

  • Lived experience with mental health, recovery, or system involvement strongly encouraged

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Ability to engage, motivate, and support both youth and adults

  • Bilingual preferred

Vacancy posted a month ago
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