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To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.The Staten Island - Counseling Service YMCA is seeking a Peer Engagement Specialist who will assist with the continuity of care with new admissions, high-risk clients, and clients identified that would benefit from more intense structure as a part of their treatment.Key Responsibilities:-Responsible for providing outreach via telephone or face-to-face to clients who are in the admissions process to assist with engagement and retention.-Assisting clients with obtaining entitlements, i.e., Insurance, Public Assistance, vocational services, etc.-Collaboratively working with Counselors to assist clients in obtaining goals and objectives on treatment plans.-Facilitate “Peer to Peer” support groups.-Facilitate family support groups and services.-Attend and organize community outreach presentations and events, including, but not limited to, attending outreach events/fairs, networking meetings, and participating in coalition meetings as a representative of the agency.-Respond to Youth First calls within the community and provide support, guidance, and education to the families.-Participate in Case Conference meetings.-Assist with drug screenings.-Maintain required documentation.-Provide off-site services to clients, where indicated, in order to assist with retention.-Assist with referrals for individuals who are in need of alternative levels of treatment.-Manage Prospect Tracking Forms for potential clients.Desired Skills & Experience:-High School Diploma or GED required.-Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with clients recovering from substance use.-Recovery Coach Certification required; Peer Certification CRPA training certificate preferred.Benefits:The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.How to Apply:If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

Minimum Salary: 17.52 Maximum Salary: 21.00 Salary Unit: Hourly