Peer Support Specialist

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Peer Support Specialist providing transformative care to patients with mental health diagnoses at aptihealth. Engaging with patients through direct communication and support via phone and video.

Responsibilities:

  • Outreach to patients to provide encouragement, check-in on goal progress, problem solve, and provide support
  • Review patient status and escalate urgent matters as needed to care team providers
  • Document patient interactions in the patient’s medical record
  • Coordinate care with patient care team including therapist and prescriber
  • Coordinate with internal and external care team members
  • Conduct daily telephonic outreach based on the needs of patients

Requirements:

  • Must have current and valid New York State Certified Peer Specialist Certification (NYCPS)
  • One year of Peer Specialist experience working with adults age 18+ with a mental health diagnosis
  • Current or former recipient of mental health services
  • Knowledge in recovery and overcoming the challenges resulting from a mental health diagnosis
  • Commitment to one’s own continued recovery
  • Ability to work independently in a virtual environment
  • Ability to share personal struggles and stories of success

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available
  • Paid Time off, Sick Time and Paid Company Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Savings Program with 2% Company matching
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
  • Competitive Salary

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