Peer Support Specialist at Independent Living Inc

City of Middletown, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Feb, 26

Salary

25.81

Posted On

22 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compassion, Empathy, Listening, Teamwork, Recovery, Mental Health, Substance Use, Goal Setting, Coping Skills, Community Resources, Inclusion, Dignity, Support, Life Experience, Communication, Respect

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description Peer Support Specialist Orange County Reports to: Director of Crisis Response and Community Programs Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Pay Rate: $25.81/hr Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid time off Paid holidays from the first day of employment Paid lunch break About Independent Living, Inc. Since 1987, Independent Living Inc. (ILI) has been increasing access, encouraging self-determination, and advocating for the rights of people with disabilities in the Hudson Valley, of New York. Following the traditional independent living center (ILC) model, the majority of ILI’s board and staff are individuals with disabilities and community members’ lives are enriched by having services provided from a peer, life-experience perspective. Independent Living, Inc. offers full-time employees excellent medical, dental and vision benefits, company matched 401(k), paid holidays, generous paid time off, and competitive wages. To apply, visit us at https://www.myindependentliving.org/careers/ Why Work with Us? At Independent Living is a community-based organization built on respect, inclusion, and empowerment. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to live with dignity and hope. When you join our team, you’ll be supported with paid training and help earning your peer certification(s), ongoing supervision from experienced professionals, opportunities for personal and professional growth in a welcoming, mission-driven workplace and the satisfaction of making a real difference in your community every day. We strongly encourage individuals with disabilities and those with diverse backgrounds to apply. Your Experience Matters At Independent Living, Inc., we know that your lived experience is more than your past, it’s your strength. The empathy, insight, and resilience you’ve built through your own journey are exactly what make you powerful in this role. Whether you’ve experienced recovery, rebuilt your life after incarceration, or supported a loved one through mental health challenges, your story and perspective matter here. You don’t need a college degree to be qualified. What matters most is your compassion, your ability to connect with others, and your commitment to helping people believe in their own potential for recovery and growth. What You’ll Do Connect with people who are coping with mental health challenges, substance use, or difficult life circumstances that are being referred from hospital discharges, crisis services and community partners. Share your story in a way that gives others hope and shows recovery is possible. Support smooth transitions for people leaving hospitals, treatment programs, or incarceration by helping them connect to services, appointments, and community resources. Provide one-on-one and group support, helping people set goals, build coping skills, and find their own path toward wellness and independence. Work alongside professionals like clinicians and case managers to make sure no one falls through the cracks. Help people overcome barriers such as housing, transportation, or accessing benefits; drawing on Independent Living’s broad network of support programs. Promote inclusion and dignity, ensuring that everyone who comes through our doors feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Requirements This Role Could Be a Great Fit If You Have personal experience with recovery, mental health challenges, substance use, or major life transitions. Are ready to use that experience to inspire and guide others. Can listen without judgment, respect different paths to recovery, and meet people where they are. Are reliable, compassionate, and comfortable working as part of a team. Are willing to pursue or already hold Peer Support credentials (NYCPS and/or CRPA). If you have a valid unrestricted driver’s license. ILI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person's race, religion, creed, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, pregnancy, reproductive health decisions, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship or immigration status. arrest or conviction record or any other status protected by federal or state law.

Responsibilities

Connect with individuals facing mental health challenges and support their transitions from hospitals or treatment programs. Provide one-on-one and group support to help them set goals and build coping skills.