Part Time Mental Health Peer Specialist (Mh)

A career with a cause

In Turn, Unity House Will Empower You With

At Unity House, we're dedicated to supporting people with disabilities. That's why we're dedicated to our employees. At Unity House, you'll empower people to learn, grow and thrive.

• So much more - more details on benefits here
• Pay options - early payday and direct deposit available
• Peace of mind - 401k contributions matched up to 3.5%
• Room to grow - tuition reimbursement, free training and promotion opportunities
• Time Off - paid holidays, vacation days, sick days, personal days and more
• Great pay - Direct Service Professionals earn up to $19.50/hour to start
• Flexible hours - a work schedule that fits your life
• Wellness - free comprehensive wellness and employee assistance programs
• Full-time benefits - health insurance and more for working 30+ hours per week

Our mission

To empower and enrich the lives of people in recovery, coping with a mental illness, and/or diagnosed with a developmental disability. This is accomplished by offering services and supports in an inclusive, people-centered environment.

Our vision

All individuals are respected and lead lives of personal fulfillment and acceptance within our community

Our values

Respect, Honesty, Integrity

Qualifications

High School diploma/GED required. Associates-degree in a Human Services related field preferred. Provisional Status with Certification pending with documented plan to complete required experience required; current credential as a Certified Peer Specialist preferred. First-hand experience as a consumer of public mental health services required; may also include substance use disorders. Knowledge and experience applying principles of mental health peer support preferred. Additional knowledge of mental illnesses, service delivery systems, and peer support modes desirable. Must be able to be reached by phone and have a vehicle to transport and complete agency business. Computer competency required. Must demonstrate understanding and empathy for individuals with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Demonstrated ability to be flexible and work in a team environment with excellent interpersonal, communication, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills required. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding staff/persons supported issues. Ability to work in a changing environment, be flexible and demonstrate knowledge of and ability to work with internal/external stakeholders inclusive of local Mental Health System. Valid NYS Driver's License in accordance with Agency policies.

Hourly rate $18.00 per hour. Part time, 20 hours per week.

Must complete online/download application at www.unityhouse.com/employmentapp EOE/M/F

PT Part Time Part-Time Mental Health MH PS

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