Peer Support Specialist I

Spectrum Health & Human Services Agency Profile: Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment, and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life. Full Time: 111 Maple Street, Buffalo, NY SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION: Our Peer Support Specialist will provide peer support to individuals with behavioral health issues who are enrolled in Spectrum Health & Human Servicesu2019 CCBHC. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities + Advocacy + Outreach and Engagement + Self Help Tools + Peer Recovery Supports and Peer Counseling + Transitional Supports + Pre-Crisis and Crisis Support Services + Engagement, Peer Bridge Services, and Services to Assist Individuals transitioning between service systems or between residential or Inpatient Settings to the Community + Self-Advocacy, Self-Efficacy, and Empowerment + Parent Skill Development and Training, Family/caregiver Psychoeducation + Community Connections and Natural Supports + Assist individuals with goals of Independent Living Skills + Be a positive role model especially in sharing oneu2019s own recovery from behavioral health issues + Assist individuals in obtaining their goals as written in their Individualized Action Plans + Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers) + Assist individuals in developing WRAP plan + Any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor SKILLS/COMPETENCIES: + Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, Power Point, Desktop Publishing, Outlook, etc. + Ability to engage and connect with individuals who have a behavioral health disorder and or their families + Motivational Interviewing + Ability to develop a WRAP and or Wellness Management and Recovery + Cognitive Behavioral Motivational Enhancement Therapy EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: + NYCPS Certified Peer Specialist Credential or + OASAS Certified Peer Advocate Credential (CRPA) EXPERIENCE: + Preferred one (1) year work-related experience OTHER REQUIREMENS FOR PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST I: + Must possess a valid Driveru2019s License and a vehicle with an acceptable driving record + Must be current or former recipient of behavioral health services COMPENSATION: $23.00/HR-$25.00/HR

Created: 2026-01-16