Peer Outreach Specialist

Peer Outreach Specialist Syracuse, NY Job Details $17

• $18 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Record keeping Discharge planning Entry level

Full Job Description Position Summary:

The Peer Outreach Specialist will provide support to individuals transitioning from skilled nursing facilities and/or intermediate care facilities (ICFs) to independent living in the community.

Safety Compliance:

Office functions are performed while maintaining a safe work environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide one-on-one, face-to-face peer support for assigned residents in the skilled nursing facilities and/or the intermediate care facilities (ICFs); Aid with the residents' discharge planning process for transition back to the community. May attend discharge and transition planning meetings on behalf of the resident. Collaborate with Peer Supervisor to identify and address any barriers, concerns, or additional counsel required. Accurately document all peer visits, in a timely manner, in the NYAIL Database; and Attend required training courses, meetings and other agency-related activities. Perform other program-related duties assigned. Required Skills /

Capabilities:

Experience as a Peer or comparable peer employment Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse groups Ability to collaborate with other trainers and identified stakeholders Must have access to reliable transportation Work location: Syracuse

• Onondaga County for in-person meetings
• Hybrid remote Hours and days: Monday-Friday 8:00am
• 4:00pm

Compensation:

$17.00

• $18.00 per hour Non
• Exempt / This is a per diem position.

Peers will be utilized as requests for peer services are received.