PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Peer Support Specialist

Job Type:

PER-DIEM

Special Requirements/Qualifications:

NYS PEER Support Certification

Job Description:

Allwel is looking for Peer Support Specialist to share their lived experience and empower others in rehabilitation and recovery. Peer Support Specialists provide some of the following services:

• Non-clinical crisis support, especially after periods of hospitalization or incarceration

• Educating program participants about various modes of recovery

• Accompanying clients to medical appointments

• Raising awareness of existing social and other support services

• Linking participants to formal recovery supports

• Assisting with applying for benefits

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