• Peer Specialist

    SUNY Upstate Medical University (Syracuse, NY)


    Job Summary:

    The role of a certified specialist/peer educator provides the patients with support from those who have lived experience with Mental Illness, who can give an insider perspective and other resources to support patients' individualized recovery process. The Peer specialist will collaborate with the care team and the patients.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    High school diploma is required and is currently certified as a peer specialist A minimum of 1 year of work experience providing peer support to individuals with mental illness. Lived experience using mental health treatment services. Graduate of a recognized peer specialist training program. Literacy skill in computer, Microsoft and electronic health records

    Preferred Qualifications:

    2 or more years of work experience providing peer support to individuals with mental illness.

    Work Days:

    Monday - Friday, Days and Evening hours

    Message to Applicants:

    Recruitment Office: Human Resources