About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is hiring Per Diem Peer Specialists to join crisis respite teams in Auburn, NY. This front-line, person-centered role uses lived experience and evidence-based peer support practices to help adults stabilize during mental health crises and return safely to their communities.

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What You’ll Do

• Conduct initial assessments and screenings for program guests.
• Provide peer support, advocacy, and referral/linkage services using lived experience.
• Teach guests wellness tools and coping strategies to reduce crisis intensity and recurrence.
• Participate in integrated care planning with Health Homes, hospitals, and community providers.
• Deliver recovery-oriented services, including Motivational Interviewing and trauma-informed approaches.
• Cover scheduled shifts per the staffing plan (weekends and overnights may be required).
• Rotate warm-line duties and conduct follow-up contact with guests.
• Maintain a safe, home-like, and clean residential environment.
• Serve as a positive role model and collaborative member of the interdisciplinary team.

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Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of volunteer or work experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Personal experience as a recipient of mental health services and willingness to use that lived experience in peer support.
• Comfort working with people in psychiatric crisis and strong de-escalation/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and maintain boundaries in a crisis setting.
• Certified by the NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH) as a Certified Peer Specialist or by OASAS as a Certified Peer Recovery Advocate — or willingness to obtain certification within six months of hire.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work variable hours, including weekends/overnights.

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Schedule & Compensation

• Employment type: Per Diem (variable hours; weekend and overnight coverage as needed).
• Pay range: $20–$24 per hour, based on certification status.
• This position offers peer certification hours, mentorship, and opportunities for growth within the agency.

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Why Join

• Work in a relaxed, home-like respite setting focused on recovery.
• Gain hands-on peer support experience and access to certification hours.
• Receive mentorship and entry-level opportunities that support career advancement.
• Be part of a mission-driven team delivering high-quality, community-based services.

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Legal & Accessibility

Confidential Client and Careertakes are committed to equal employment opportunity. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; if you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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