Peer Support Specialist - West End Heights #1789 in Ithaca, New York at Lakeview Health Services Inc.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with special needs consumers in a recovery-based or vocational/rehabilitative setting. Lived experience with mental health services required. Completion of or significant progress toward the Peer Certification Program is required within one (1) year of hire date. Possession of the CPRP credential is a plus. A valid driver license or be eligible for the appropriate NY State driver license at time of application required for some programs (as driving is an essential function of this position).

Knowledge:

Demonstrated knowledge of mental health issues and support services; the special and incidental needs of persons affected by mental illness; psychology, personality, and group dynamics; the human services system; principles and practices of conflict and crisis management; the recovery based psychiatric model of service delivery. Has a basic understanding of the importance of working from a trauma sensitive perspective.

Skills and Abilities:

Familiarity with service area; experience working with the special need’s population; strong organization skills; ability to teach others and provide services in a group setting. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals, both verbally and in writing. To listen, understand, and appreciate the experience of staff and clients and to establish rapport and meaningful professional relationships.

Any candidate interested in this employment opportunity, please visit our web site at www.lakeviewhs.org.

Lakeview Health Services, Inc. complies with the legal requirement to take affirmative action and not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Further, Lakeview Health Services, Inc. will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against applicants or employees who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or that of others, subject to certain limitations.