Peer Support Specialist - Ontario County

Job Summary:

This role requires the ability to work independently and serve as a resource within the Ontario County community by recruiting participants for the Peer Training Academy, delivering a multi-week training curriculum on relevant topics, conducting outreach to potential employers, and providing individual support and follow-up to participants to help them secure employment.

Primary Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned)

• Recruit participants for the Peer Training Academy through community outreach and engagement within Ontario County
• Register new participants for the academy.
• Deliver a multi-week training curriculum on relevant topics.
• Assist participants with identifying and accessing educational resources.
• Provide support and follow-up to academy participants throughout the training process and after completion.
• Conduct outreach to potential employers to identify job opportunities
• Maintain appropriate records and complete paperwork in a timely manner.
• Comply with HIPPA regulations.