Peer Specialist - Cortland

Who We Are: The Children\'s Home mission is to partner with children, families, and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.\n\n$18-$20/hour​\n\nPosition Summary: The Children\'s Home is seeking a dedicated Peer Specialist with lived experience to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. The purpose of ACT is to meet the needs of individuals who have not been well served by traditional service delivery approaches. Grounded in a recovery-oriented practice, ACT offers evidence-based treatment, rehabilitation, case management, and support services through a mobile, multidisciplinary behavioral health treatment team.\nPeer Specialists play a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health conditions by serving as role models, educators, and advocates. They provide valuable insight based on personal experience and assist in promoting recovery and community integration.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nServe as a role model for individuals with mental health conditions.\nEducate individuals about self-help techniques and self-help group processes.\nTeach effective coping strategies based on personal experience.\nAssist individuals in developing wellness management skills.\nHelp individuals clarify rehabilitation and recovery goals.\nAssist in the development of community support systems and networks.\n\n\n\nRequirements\nEducation\n\nHighschool Diploma or GED required\n\nExperience​\n\nMust self-identify as actively in recovery from a mental health condition and be willing to share personal mental health recovery journey\nPossess certification from an NYS OMH-approved certified peer specialist certification program, be provisionally certified OR be willing to become certified or credentialed\nStrong commitment to recovery-oriented practices and principles\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\nAbility to work collaboratively with individuals, families, and a multidisciplinary team\nWillingness to receive supervision from professional staff\nDriver\'s license and ability to maintain insurance throughout employment required\n\n\n\nBenefits\nBenefits available to all staff:\n\nStudent Loan and Tuition Reimbursement\nEmployee Assistance Program\nEmployee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center\nOpportunities for Professional Development\n\nFull Time Benefits:\n\nAgency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam\n403(b) with 6% employer contribution\nPTO plus 9 paid holidays\nChildcare Reimbursement\nHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)\nLife Insurance\n\nEEO Statement: The Children\'s Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.\n