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COTI Peer Advocate - Finger Lakes Area

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Clifton Springs, NY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Behavioral Health, Child and Youth Services, Clinical Support, Community Support, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Psychiatry and Mental Health
LOCATION
Clifton Springs, NY
POSTED
22 days ago

Job Title: COTI Recovery Peer Advocate
Location: Finger Lakes Region, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time & Per Diem



Job Summary:

FLACRA is seeking a compassionate COTI Recovery Peer Advocate to provide mobile, on-site, or in-community peer support services to children, adults, and families who are experiencing or have recently experienced a behavioral health crisis. The Crisis Recovery Peer Advocate plays a critical role in assisting individuals as they navigate their recovery, offering advocacy, empowerment, and non-clinical crisis support. This position focuses on helping individuals stabilize and access community resources, while also modeling recovery based on personal experience.


Must Have Qualifications:

  • Highschool Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Valid NYS Drivers’ License
  • Lived experience - your own struggles or have supported / cared for someone facing mental health or substance recovery challenges
  • Willing to participate in peer certification training, acquiring CRPA-P no later than 4 months after employment.

Nice to Have Qualifications :

  • Certified Peer Support Specialist (NYCPS) trained by OMH or OASAS
  • Certified Peer Advocate (CRPA)

Compensation:

Our pay structure includes the following components:

  • Hourly Base Pay : $16.50 - $16.74 an hour.
  • Community Crisis Stipend : In addition to your base pay, you will receive a stipend for handling community crisis situations. This stipend recognizes the critical role you play in providing immediate support during urgent circumstances.
  • Shift Differential : Additional compensation may apply for evening shifts.


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