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Pride Health

Peer Counselor

Pride Health, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Position:

Peer Specialist Schedule:

Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Work Type:

Hybrid (Typically 3 days in-office, 2 days remote; schedule based on program needs) Location:

CTI Harlem (Comprehensive Treatment Institute – Harlem) About the Program: CTI Harlem provides outpatient day treatment services to chemically dependent adults, offering counseling, support groups, and community referrals to promote recovery and wellness. Position Summary: The Peer Specialist plays a vital role in fostering engagement between participants, families, and the clinical team. This position focuses on building trust, promoting community awareness of S:US services, encouraging treatment participation, and supporting participants as they navigate ambivalence about recovery. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Relationship Building:

Develop authentic, trusting relationships with participants and families through empathy, active listening, and collaboration. Creative Narratives:

Share personal experiences and facilitate conversations that promote understanding, resilience, and recovery. Advocacy:

Support and advocate for participants both within the team and the broader community. Wellness Tools:

Partner with participants to create individualized wellness plans, build life skills, and connect to supportive resources. Team Culture:

Promote recovery-oriented language, youth-friendly engagement, and a positive, inclusive team environment. Required Education & Experience: Actively pursuing

Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA)

certification (Provisional acceptable). Preferred: lived experience with mental health challenges, particularly psychosis during youth. Minimum

two years of experience

in peer support, advocacy, or self-help programs. Strong ability to engage and connect with young adults. Benefits (Through Pride Global): Eligible employees receive comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision), supplemental coverage (accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.