Peer Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on420, East Genesee Street, Downtown, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13202, United States
About the Team
Liberty Resources operates four Crisis Residence locations across Syracuse, Oneida, Oswego, and Auburn, providing community-based residential programs for adults experiencing mental health crises. Our mission is to offer a therapeutic, home-like environment that stabilizes individuals, supports their safe return to the community, and reduces unnecessary emergency department visits and hospitalizations. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, integrated services that honor the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, and health practices of the diverse communities we serve.
About the Role
As a Peer Specialist in our Onondaga Crisis Residence Program, you will be the heart of our therapeutic environment. This role exists to provide recovery-oriented support to guests facing challenges that cannot be managed in their home settings. You will utilize your lived experience with mental health challenges to share your story, offering hope and practical insight to others on their recovery journey.
In this position, you will foster a relaxed, supportive atmosphere where guests can heal. Your day involves engaging in wellness activities, conflict resolution, and family support while working closely with health homes, hospitals, and treatment providers to develop integrated care plans. You will help guests reframe their relationship with crisis, teaching them to utilize wellness tools to prevent future escalations. Whether working evenings, weekends, or overnights, you will be part of a team dedicated to excellence and staff support, ensuring every guest feels seen, heard, and respected.
Hiring Process
We are looking for passionate individuals ready to grow with us. If you are interested in this role, please apply directly through our careers portal. We offer mentorship and entry-level experience with clear pathways for professional growth within the agency, including opportunities to complete Peer Certification hours.
Equal Opportunity
Liberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income, or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.
Work location
Work model: On-site
420, East Genesee Street, Downtown, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13202, United States
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Recovery Oriented Services, Harm Reduction, Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, Intentional Peer Support, Case Management, Medication Management, Medication Monitoring, Safety Planning, De-Escalation.
Education: Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Frequently asked questions about Peer Specialist at Liberty Resources
What does a Peer Specialist at Liberty Resources do?expand_more
A Peer Specialist at Liberty Resources is responsible for the following: Provide peer support and engagement using Recovery-Oriented and Trauma-Informed Care models; Assist guests with personal care, activities of daily living, and safety planning; Manage medication monitoring and provide referrals and linkage services; and Conduct crisis intervention and teach wellness tools to de-escalate personal crises.
What are the requirements for this Peer Specialist role?expand_more
To qualify for the Peer Specialist at Liberty Resources position, applicants should have: Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent (GED); Work experience in a behavioral health or related setting; One to two years of personal recovery experience; Personal experience as a recipient of mental health services; and Certified by the Office of Mental Health (OMH) as a Certified Peer Specialist or willing to complete certification within six months.
Where is the Peer Specialist role at Liberty Resources located?expand_more
Peer Specialist at Liberty Resources is based in 420, East Genesee Street, Downtown, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13202, United States. This is a on-site role.