What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Specialist - Barbara Faron Residence position at RiseWell Community Services?
RiseWell Community Services is seeking Full-Time Peer Specialists for our new Mixed Use/Affordable Housing program, located in Far Rockaway, NY
REPORTS TO: Program Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Mixed Use / Affordable Housing
Salary Range: 38k – 40k Annually
QUALIFICATIONS:
Lived experience relevant to client population. Relevant experience working with individuals who are homeless, in recovery from mental illness or substance abuse. Clean valid NY State Driver’s License. Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.
JOB FUNCTION:
To provide positive role model of community functioning, counseling and peer support to others with mental health and /or substance abuse diagnoses currently living in mixed use affordable housing program.
We Offer a wide range of rewarding employment opportunities along with a generous benefits package. We offer the following to eligible Employees
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
- Comprehensive Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
- Encourage Education Professional Advancement
- Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
- Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness
RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38,000 - $40,000
