Mcrt Peer Specialist - Mount Kisco, United States - Family Services of Westchester

Family Services of Westchester
Family Services of Westchester
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Mount Kisco, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description

Family Services of Westchester (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives.

With 50 innovative programs, FSW serves 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, New York.

Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a private, nonprofit, non-sectarian social services agency.


POSITION TITLE:
MCRT Peer Specialist


SALARY:25.64 per hour


STATUS:
Full-Time


SUPERVISED BY:
MCRT Assistant Director and Director


Duties/Responsibilities

  • Dispatch to mental health crises in Mr. Kisco, Ossining and Port Chester
  • Assess, engage, deescalate and stabilize people and situations
  • Help people get linked to the services they need
  • Input accurate and timely case notes into EHR and eshift log
  • Interface with community leaders, police, and providers
  • Schedule: flexible schedule

Qualifications

Education:
High School Diploma and lived experience required

  • Skills: Peer Specialist training preferred/Credible Messenger a plus/ Bilingual required (English, Spanish),
  • Experience: 13 years in related field

Physical Requirements

  • Work environment: MCRT Peer Specialists are expected to respond to crises in community: workplaces, homes, streetside, etc.


There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities.

In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b) for full-time employees.

FSW is an equal opportunity employer.


Pay:
$25.64 per hour

Expected hours: 52 per week


Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

  • Mt

Kisco, NY:
Relocate before starting work (required)


Work Location:
In person
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