The Child Center of NY
Certified Peer Advocate (Multiple Positions Available)
The Child Center of NY, New York, New York, us, 10261
Certified Peer Advocate (Multiple Positions Available)
140-15 Sanford Ave, Flushing, NY 11355, USA
Job Description Posted Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expired Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Overview Family Peer Advocates
assist families to set priorities and goals, provide information, and help families navigate multiple complex service systems. Family Peer Advocates support families to strengthen their connections to community resources and connect with natural supports.
Credentialed (FPA - C)
Reliable Transportation: Ability to travel to different locations to meet with families.
Responsibilities: Peer Specialist The Peer Specialist plays a vital role in supporting individuals engaged in CCBHC services, using lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges to foster engagement, hope, and empowerment. The Peer Specialist provides peer-led interventions, assists with service navigation, and promotes recovery-oriented practices while collaborating with clinical teams and community partners to ensure person-centered care.
New York State Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS or NYCPS-P).
Responsibilities: Youth Advocate The primary role of a
Youth Advocate
is to identify and address the needs and concerns of young people, and to empower them to become active and engaged members of their communities.
New York State Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS or NYCPS-P).
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalency
2 years’ experience
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual Skills (Preferred): Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others, may be required depending on client needs.
Experience working in a behavioral health or social services setting.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and person-centered recovery models
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Job Description Posted Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expired Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 Sign-On Bonus Eligible
Overview Family Peer Advocates
assist families to set priorities and goals, provide information, and help families navigate multiple complex service systems. Family Peer Advocates support families to strengthen their connections to community resources and connect with natural supports.
Credentialed (FPA - C)
Reliable Transportation: Ability to travel to different locations to meet with families.
Responsibilities: Peer Specialist The Peer Specialist plays a vital role in supporting individuals engaged in CCBHC services, using lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges to foster engagement, hope, and empowerment. The Peer Specialist provides peer-led interventions, assists with service navigation, and promotes recovery-oriented practices while collaborating with clinical teams and community partners to ensure person-centered care.
New York State Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS or NYCPS-P).
Responsibilities: Youth Advocate The primary role of a
Youth Advocate
is to identify and address the needs and concerns of young people, and to empower them to become active and engaged members of their communities.
New York State Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS or NYCPS-P).
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalency
2 years’ experience
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual Skills (Preferred): Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali and others, may be required depending on client needs.
Experience working in a behavioral health or social services setting.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and person-centered recovery models
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