Peer Support Specialist Job at PeerCorps Staffing, New York, NY

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  • PeerCorps Staffing
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Bronx, NY

Pay: $22.00–$25.00 per hour (based on experience)

Job Type: Full-Time | Part-Time

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

  • Day Shift

Location: Multiple locations throughout New York City

About the Position

PeerCorps Staffing is currently seeking compassionate and motivated Youth Peer Advocates (YPA) who already hold a Provisional Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) Credential issued through Families Together in NYS .

As a Youth Peer Advocate, you will use your lived experience to empower, mentor, and support youth and their families while working alongside behavioral health professionals.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Hold a Provisional Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) Credential (Required)

  • Be authorized to work in the United States

  • Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Be passionate about supporting youth and families

  • Be able to work professionally within a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience in peer support, behavioral health, social services, or youth services

  • Reliable transportation

  • Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

  • Provide peer support services to youth and families.

  • Share lived experience appropriately to inspire hope and recovery.

  • Assist youth in identifying strengths and achieving personal goals.

  • Collaborate with care teams and community providers.

  • Maintain accurate documentation.

  • Participate in required trainings and supervision.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay

  • Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities

  • Professional growth opportunities

  • Supportive team environment

  • Ongoing training and supervision

Required Certification

✔ Provisional Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) Credential issued through Families Together in NYS

Please apply only if you currently hold this credential.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Monday to Friday, Day shift

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