Peer Specialist - Sea Rise
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Brooklyn Community Services
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Post Date: |
Sep 21, 2022 |
Job Type: |
Part Time |
Start Date:
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Salary: |
16.50 per hour |
Location: |
US - New York - Brooklyn |
Job Reference: |
Sea Rise I |
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Description
2 Part-time positions available. 20 hrs/week includes weekends and late afternoons. Work in collaboration with case managers to assist residents with developing their skills as it relates to medication management, maintaining personal hygiene, and overall apartment cleanliness Partner with program staff to aid residents with budgeting, shopping, meal planning/preparation, and clean-up Work in partnership with community providers to resolve challenges impacting residents’ ability to manage and retain supportive housing Complete progress notes within 24 hours of individual sessions Escort clients to appointments as instructed by Program Director (i.e. medical, psychiatric, Social Security Administration, Public Assistance, and Emergency Room, etc.) Participate in community recreational events to increase consumer socialization skills Link consumes to peer support and self-help recovery resources Educate residents on how to utilize public transportation Facilitates/co-facilitates groups, as directed Aid with coordinating resident move-ins and move-outs Provide support services to community residents and church social programs Participate in the facilitation of fire drills Attend all meetings, trainings, seminars, workshops, and case conferences as assigned and required Complete all tasks and special projects as assigned by Program Director
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Skills
High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred. Peer Specialist Certification required. Lived experience with a commitment to assist others in attaining recovery and wellness goals. Good written and verbal communication skills. Basic computer and data entry skills. Fingerprinting and criminal background check required. Fully COVID-19 vaccination required.
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Notes
Generous paid time off; Medical, Dental, Vision 403(b) with match Life Insurance Commuter Benefits Credit Union Membership available
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