Peer Support Specialist (YHDP) - Niagara Falls, NY, US
Job Information
Job Order ID :
NY1494976
# of Positions :
2
Minimum Education Level :
High School Diploma/GED
Experience Required :
none
Salary :
$29536.00 - $33945.00 yearly
Duration :
Full Time Regular
Shift :
varies
Hours per week:
32
Job Description
Niagara Falls, NY. Community Missions Inc. Peer Support Specialist (YHDP).
PT/FT. Benefits. $29,536-33,945/Year.
General Description:
Provides peer support and activities of social engagement for the Transitional Housing and Rapid Re-Housing components of the YHDP program, including assistance with referrals, admission assessments and Intake. Maintains safe environment for young adults and staff. Ensures the sleeping hour supervision (Midnight 8am) of the Transitional Residence is covered each day of the week, in partnership with additional Peer Support Specialist. Assures required records and communications are completed and maintained. Follows written procedures of regulatory and certifying bodies (HAWNY, HUD, Medicaid, DSS, OSHA, Health Department, etc.) as well as upholding guidelines, procedures and policies of Community Missions, Inc. On-Call responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED; Associates Degree preferred. Lived experience with homelessness a must; Minimum 21 years of age; Red Cross Training; Infraction-clear NYS Drivers License. Previous experience with transition age youth, homeless youth or adults; computer skills; Conflict Resolution skills; Ability to work within a team; Independent Living Skills.
Apply Online: www.communitymissions.org
Email resume and cover letter: jobs@communitymissions.org
Company Information
Name :
Community Missions of Niagara Frontier, Inc
Application Information
Online :
Email :
Apply by mail :
Attn: Sarah Halter
1570 Buffalo Avenue
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
US
1570 Buffalo Avenue
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
US
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