Peer Specialist

*$500 Sign-on Bonus!*

Options for Community Living, Inc. is looking for a Peer Specialist to join our team! An ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• Must be able to read and comprehend program materials (8th Grade Reading Level or higher).  
• Must have adequate interpersonal skills in order to motivate and assist others.  
• Must be able to communicate knowledgably about the local services and systems of care. 
• Must be reflective of the population being served (ex: bilingual, PLWHA, African American, Latino).
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record and access to a car are required.

Our Company Benefits include:

• Generous PTO: Wellness, Vacation and Sick time
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Initiatives
• Paid Training & On-the-Job Training
• Promotional Opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

17.5 hours/week

Salary Range:

$18/hour – $22.00/hour

Salary offers will be commensurate with experience and other qualifications.

Location: In-person based out of our Amityville office, with field visits required

Pay Type: Non-exempt

Responsibilities:

• Conduct outreach and engagement efforts;
• Coach and encourage consumers in self-advocacy and self-management;
• Provide frequent contact and monitoring of progress;
• Accompany consumers on clinical and supportive service appointments;
• Assist case managers during some client interventions;
• Assist the health educator during educational sessions;
• Participate in case conferences;
• Assist with maintenance of binder/client files.