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Peer Engagement Specialist, Part Time
Lower Eastside Service Center - New York City, NY
posted 5 days ago
About the position
The Peer Engagement Specialist will be responsible for engaging existing clients and encouraging their entry into a specialized service enhancement track - WEIP - an HIV Early Intervention program for those with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) currently in treatment at one of LESC's six treatment modalities. This role involves mirroring the affected population and modeling the desired outcomes of learning one's HIV status, maintaining a negative status, seeking early treatment in the event of positivity, identifying current and past risk behaviors, initiating risk reduction conversations with significant others, and motivating significant others/current sex partners to also learn their status. The Peer Engagement Specialist will work closely with other WEIP team members to ensure a smooth integration of clients into the specialized wellness track within the overall SUD treatment model.
Responsibilities
- Identifies clients in need.
- Conducts screening for eligibility; schedules clients for their initial intake session.
- Delivers Wellness Self-Management sessions to clients.
- Engages clients in the wellness process, allaying concerns.
- Runs groups.
- Tests clients to see if they need further treatment.
- Escorts patients to appointments as needed.
- Works closely with other WEIP staff regarding implementation concerns and issues of cultural competency.
Requirements
- Certified Peer Specialist
- Experience with the drug treatment environment and the particular risks related to long-term opiate use
- Demonstrated skills in engagement
- Available to work a flexible schedule as required
Benefits
- Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Discounted Commuter benefits
- Life insurance & Long term disability
- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program
- Training and other additional voluntary benefits
