Peer Specialist - Chemical Dependency Crisis Center
BRC · Manhattan, New York, US
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Meets with clinical team members and gives input when needed; Engages each client assigned to the team and provide guidance and advi...
Job description
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Meets with clinical team members and gives input when needed; Engages each client assigned to the team and provide guidance and advice as needed; Spend time with clients assigned to the team during meal times and recreation time; Escort and assist clients in going to HRA, Social Security etc.; Attends community meetings as assigned. Provides feedback to the clinical team in order to determine how the team can service the client to the best of their ability. Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed. Related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: H.S. diploma/ GED and Certified Peer Specialist. Knowledge of OASAS rules and regulations and be able to maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Bilingual (Spanish/ English) preferred. Basic computer literacy required. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR. *Vaccination preferred but not required. HOURS: Full-time 37.5 hours per week - Monday-Friday 9am-5:30pm MAKE AN IMPACT: Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up,...