Peer Support Specialist
Schenectadyonsitemid$37K – $50K
Posted 2w ago · via Workable
About this role
Peer Support Specialist Make a Difference Helping Young Adults in Transition! The Peer Support Specialist utilizes lived experience and peer support principles to engage, mentor, advocate for, and support young adults (ages 18-24) who have a diagnosis of a mental illness in achieving their goals related to independent living, community integration, wellness, education, employment, and recovery. Services are provided in the home, community, and office settings. The Peer Support Specialist fosters hope, self-advocacy, and empowerment while connecting individuals to community resources and supports. Duties include: Engage the young adults in a respectful, strength-based, and culturally competent manner.…
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