Certified Peer Specialist/Peer Care Manager
Company: Human Development Services of Westchester, Inc
Location: Mamaroneck
Posted on: November 17, 2024
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Job Description:
(Full Time/Part Time)
Join a premier organization dedicated to Creating Community and
having opportunities every day for people that matter. Human
Development Services of Westchester (HDSW) is community-based
not-for-profit, having been involved in the evolution of
community-based direct-care services for vulnerable populations in
New York State since 1968. In today's ever-changing health care
marketplace, HDSW offers person-centered, trauma-informed,
culturally competent services to three thousand people each year,
through a unique blend of innovative inter-related programs. At
HDSW What Matters To You, Matters To Us! We are looking for
qualified individuals to join our team.
Position Overview:
The Certified Peer Specialist/ Peer Care Manager works in concert
with the Director of CORE & HCBS and the Team to provide support,
services, and link Members to resources in their home or community.
CORE & HCBS staff use a person-centered, trauma informed model of
care, which emphasizes and supports a person's potential for
recovery by optimizing quality of life and reducing symptoms of
behavioral health conditions through empowerment, choice, and
health and wellness goals.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
- The Certified Peer/Peer Care Manager must have at minimum a New
York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) Provisional Certification
within 3 months of hire.
- It is expected that full NYCPS Certification will be obtained
within 1year as per the guidelines of the NYS Academy of Peers
- Must have own car, a valid driver's license and a driving record
that is satisfactory to our insurance carrier.
- NYS Justice Center Criminal History background Check clearance
through fingerprinting search required, in addition to clearance
through the Protection of People with Special Needs Staff Exclusion
List, the NYS Medicaid Exclusion List and clearance by the NYS
Office of Children and Family Services for instances of child abuse
and/or neglect.
If you are interested in joining our diverse team please email your
resume to: jcruz@hdsw.org
Compensation details: 22-24 Hourly Wage
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