Pediatric Peer Support Specialist, Required Spanish - Brooklyn at NYU Langone Health

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

48000.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Outreach, Assessment, Eligibility Screening, Connecting To Benefits, Resource Navigation, Psychoeducational Workshops, Client Engagement, Advocacy, Caseload Management, Documentation, SNAP Advocacy, Benefit Applications, Interpersonal Skills, Attention To Detail, Spanish Fluency

Industry

Description

Family Health Centers at NYU Langone, a designated Level 3 Medical Home, is the largest federally qualified health center network in New York State, and the second largest in the nation. It includes eight primary care sites, 40 school-based health centers and dental clinics, four day care centers, the nation's largest dental residency program, and New York State's largest behavioral health program. The network also includes 12 community medicine sites providing care to disenfranchised New Yorkers, comprehensive HIV services, chemical dependency programs, and a family support center that offers educational, vocational, and other social support programs. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about Family Health Centers at NYU Langone [https://nyulangone.org/locations/family-health-centers-at-nyu-langone], and interact with us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyulangonehealth/?viewAsMember=true], Glassdoor [https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/NYU-Langone-Health-Reviews-E121521.htm], Indeed [https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Nyu-Langone-Health/reviews], Facebook [http://facebook.com/NYULangone], Twitter [http://twitter.com/nyulangone], YouTube [http://www.youtube.com/user/nyulmc] and Instagram [http://instagram.com/nyulangone]. Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Pediatric Peer Support Specialist, Required Spanish - Brooklyn. In this role, the successful candidate The Counselor is responsible for providing case management support for community members and participants at the Family Support Center. This includes outreach, assessment, eligibility screening, and support in connecting to needed benefits and resources. The Program Counselor will also facilitate psychoeducational workshops for community members and assist people in navigating systems. Excellent engagement skills and ability to work with individuals and families. Job Responsibilities: * Conducts outreach and educational workshops * Interviews clients to assess needs for social services. * Identifies and makes referrals to a variety of public and community agencies providing food, shelter, clothing, medical, educational, and other services * Schedules client appointments and acts as client advocate in obtaining services. * Manages caseload and documents services provided in EPIC and other required platforms. * Provide advocacy around SNAP and other public benefits * Documents and tracks work, including referrals, benefit applications, outreach and case management. * Provides assistance with benefit applications and re-certifications. * Other duties as assigned by Family Support leadership. * Attend staff meetings and other appropriate meetings provided by the agency. Minimum Qualifications: To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. 1+ years relevant experience working, ability to plan and manage, Knowledge of public benefits History of immigrant community engagement Preferred Qualifications: Good interpersonal skills Attention to detail Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. Family Health Centers at NYU Langone provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. Family Health Centers at NYU Langone is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf]. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $42,783.13 - $48,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here [https://cdn-static.findly.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/290/2017/04/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf]

Responsibilities

The specialist will provide case management support, including outreach, assessment, eligibility screening, and connecting community members to necessary benefits and resources at the Family Support Center. Responsibilities also involve facilitating psychoeducational workshops and assisting individuals in navigating various systems.