Baltic Street Wellness Solutions
Peer Specialist - Brooklyn Peer Advocacy
Baltic Street Wellness Solutions, New York, New York, us, 10261
Peer Specialist - Brooklyn Peer Advocacy
Baltic Street Wellness Solutions
Mission Statement Baltic Street Wellness Solutions is committed to providing peer recovery, person-centered, trauma informed, and compassionate services to those with mental health lived experience.
Vision Our vision is to drive a cultural transformation within the mental health community by advocating for the underserved, educating for change, and inspiring wellness. We approach our role with cultural humility and mindfulness of oppressive systems.
Core Values
Mentoring philosophy delivered from staff with peer lived experiences.
Value the recovery journey of every individual with a mental health diagnosis.
Value the personal and professional experiences of our staff and board members.
Community action to change societal views and break the stigma of mental health through advocacy within all systems.
Opportunity for everyone to obtain visions of wellness.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
APS (Academy of Peer Services) certification or submission of application for certification within 6 months of hire.
Peer Advocacy and Peer Bridger candidates must have been current or former recipients of mental health services.
Some experience or training in Peer Advocacy and basic knowledge of Self-Help Techniques, ability to be patient and supportive with consumers.
Knowledge of the Community Mental Health System is a plus.
Internet savvy with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to complete the required paperwork.
Essential Functions: Direct Services
Model and promote the principles of recovery/self‑help.
Advocate for participant civil rights and liberties.
Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Provide mental health services within the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.
Provide linkages and referrals to services.
Maintain face‑to‑face/direct services and ongoing caseload.
Facilitate activities (groups, etc.) that promote services.
Maintain organized formal office area.
Promote empowerment, self‑advocacy, and self‑esteem through sharing personal experience.
Provide hands‑on assistance when needed.
Advocate for additional services and assist participants to negotiate other systems.
Provide entitlement information and accompany participants to government offices.
Collaborate with other organizations to promote positive interagency relationships.
Documentation
Document all services delivered to participants according to agency policies.
Gain command of the Acclaim (Foothold) database program within a reasonable timeframe.
Enter information accurately and promptly.
Maintain administrative, program, and participant records consistently.
Submit accurate and timely reports as requested (monthly log summary, DOHMH and OMH reports).
Participate in ongoing trainings.
Perform office, program, and agency duties as required.
Participate in advocacy and recovery‑based events.
Vaccination Requirements Selected candidates must submit proof of complete vaccination against COVID‑19 and a booster shot. Exemptions may be requested for qualifying medical or religious conditions.
Physical Demands and Work Environment Employee regularly required to talk/listen, use hands, handle objects, frequent standing, walking, sitting, reach with hands/arms, lift 15 lbs. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral vision and focus adjustment. Noise level usually moderate.
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Mission Statement Baltic Street Wellness Solutions is committed to providing peer recovery, person-centered, trauma informed, and compassionate services to those with mental health lived experience.
Vision Our vision is to drive a cultural transformation within the mental health community by advocating for the underserved, educating for change, and inspiring wellness. We approach our role with cultural humility and mindfulness of oppressive systems.
Core Values
Mentoring philosophy delivered from staff with peer lived experiences.
Value the recovery journey of every individual with a mental health diagnosis.
Value the personal and professional experiences of our staff and board members.
Community action to change societal views and break the stigma of mental health through advocacy within all systems.
Opportunity for everyone to obtain visions of wellness.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent.
APS (Academy of Peer Services) certification or submission of application for certification within 6 months of hire.
Peer Advocacy and Peer Bridger candidates must have been current or former recipients of mental health services.
Some experience or training in Peer Advocacy and basic knowledge of Self-Help Techniques, ability to be patient and supportive with consumers.
Knowledge of the Community Mental Health System is a plus.
Internet savvy with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to complete the required paperwork.
Essential Functions: Direct Services
Model and promote the principles of recovery/self‑help.
Advocate for participant civil rights and liberties.
Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Provide mental health services within the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.
Provide linkages and referrals to services.
Maintain face‑to‑face/direct services and ongoing caseload.
Facilitate activities (groups, etc.) that promote services.
Maintain organized formal office area.
Promote empowerment, self‑advocacy, and self‑esteem through sharing personal experience.
Provide hands‑on assistance when needed.
Advocate for additional services and assist participants to negotiate other systems.
Provide entitlement information and accompany participants to government offices.
Collaborate with other organizations to promote positive interagency relationships.
Documentation
Document all services delivered to participants according to agency policies.
Gain command of the Acclaim (Foothold) database program within a reasonable timeframe.
Enter information accurately and promptly.
Maintain administrative, program, and participant records consistently.
Submit accurate and timely reports as requested (monthly log summary, DOHMH and OMH reports).
Participate in ongoing trainings.
Perform office, program, and agency duties as required.
Participate in advocacy and recovery‑based events.
Vaccination Requirements Selected candidates must submit proof of complete vaccination against COVID‑19 and a booster shot. Exemptions may be requested for qualifying medical or religious conditions.
Physical Demands and Work Environment Employee regularly required to talk/listen, use hands, handle objects, frequent standing, walking, sitting, reach with hands/arms, lift 15 lbs. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral vision and focus adjustment. Noise level usually moderate.
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