Peer Outreach Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTIONLocation: Syracuse and other counties with servicesTitle: Peer Outreach Specialist, Grade 3Department / Program: Long Term Care/Open Doors ProgramSupervisor/Title: Open Doors Transition CoordinatorFLSA Classification: Non-exemptSalary Range: $14.20 to $21.00 per hourRequired Credentials: NoneDrive on Agency Business: Yes, you will have to drive on ARISE business with your personal vehicleWork Environment: Office environmentOur Mission: Our mission is to work with people of all abilities to create a fair and just community in which everyone can fully participate.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.Confidentiality: High-level confidentiality is required for access to all organization records.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 transportationEducation and Experience:•Must have been a recipient of long-term care services and/or receiving services at home or in the community and must be comfortable in referring to that experience when delivering trainings•High School Diploma/GED preferredPhysical Requirements Essential for Safe and Effective Job Performance•Ability to successfully remain sitting or working at a desk for prolonged periods.•Vision sufficient to maintain a New York State Driver’s License and constant use of a computer.•Speech and hearing sufficient for normal communication.•Ability to successfully work on a computer as a significant responsibility.•Full range of motion to move safely in the office and outside locations which may not have accommodation. •May be required to put away office supplies and transport event materials. Must be able to lift, push, pull, walk, stoop, reach in all directions to move freely and quickly within any area.•Must be able to lift or move items necessary for events and other related activity.•Finger manipulation and hand coordination for constant computer use.•Ability to travel in your own vehicle to all job-related out-of-office functions or meetings as required.•Ability to report on time and remain for overtime as needed.Please note this Job Description is not designed to be an all-inclusive listing of responsibilities required for successful performance. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice to respond to current business needs.

Minimum Salary: 14.20
Maximum Salary: 21.00
Salary Unit: Hourly