The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) provides Medicaid-reimbursable peer support services to individuals enrolled in Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment (CORE) and Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). Services are delivered in accordance with New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) regulations, Medicaid billing requirements, recovery-oriented principles, and person-centered planning standards. The CPS utilizes lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery to support participant engagement, wellness, independence, and community integration.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Provide OMH-approved peer support services within the scope of CORE and HCBS service definitions.
- Use lived experience to model recovery, resiliency, self-determination, and hope. Engage participants using trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered approaches.
- Support participants in identifying recovery goals aligned with the individualized service plan (ISP).
- Deliver services such as Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) and Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST), as authorized.
- Assist participants with skill development related to daily living, socialization, coping strategies, and community participation.
- Support linkage to community resources, natural support, and wellness activities.
- Collaborate with care managers, clinicians, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Participate in case conferences, supervision, and team meetings as required.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record consistent with OMH and Medicaid standards.
- Adhere to all confidentiality, HIPAA, and OMH regulatory requirements.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ethical conduct consistent with peer practice guidelines.
Qualifications:
- Current New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification- REQUIRED
- Documented lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Ability to meet OMH CORE/HCBS training and competency requirements.
- Ability to complete electronic documentation and comply with Medicaid billing timelines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience providing Medicaid-funded peer support, CORE, or HCBS services.
- Knowledge of NYS OMH regulations and Medicaid managed care requirements.
- Experience working with diverse populations and high-need individuals.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the community, if required.
This is a per diem position with the potential to transition into a part-time role based on performance and organizational needs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 12 per week
Language:
- Urdu (Preferred)
- Hindi (Preferred)
- Bengali (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
