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CEC Health Care

Certified Peer Specialist

CEC Health Care, Glen Cove, New York, United States

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New York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) - Provisionals welcome!

Base pay range $17.00/hr - $20.00/hr Position

New York Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) - Provisionals welcome! Assertive Community Treatment Program (ACT) Employment type

Part-time Schedule

Monday & Tuesdays 9am-5pm Location

Based in Glen Cove, but requires travel throughout Nassau County Employer

CEC Healthcare CEC Healthcare is a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering adults living with mental illness to achieve their highest potential. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Peer Advocate to join our multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. We are currently seeking passionate, purpose-driven

Certified Recovery Peer Specialist (NYCPS)

to join our Glen Cove team on a part-time basis. If you have lived experience and a commitment to helping others on their recovery journey, we’d love to hear from you. Position Summary

As a Peer Specialist you’ll provide vital peer support services tailored to each client’s treatment plan. Your lived experience will serve as a powerful tool to inspire, guide, and support others through their own recovery journey. Responsibilities

Provide peer-to-peer engagement, orientation, education, and advocacy. Offer mentoring, outreach, and recovery support to individuals and families. Help clients navigate systems of care, including medical appointments, court appearances, and other services. Assist with applications for benefits and entitlements. Model effective coping strategies and self-monitoring tools. Act as a positive role model to encourage hope, resilience, and empowerment. Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Current NYS Certified Peer Specialist (NYCPS) or Provisional certification required. Strong knowledge of addiction recovery services and community resources. Demonstrated commitment to the recovery community. Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Position details

14 hours per week. Equal Employment Opportunity

The Charles Evans Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (EOE M/F/D/V).

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