Peer Support Specialist (YHDP)
<< Back to Job Postings << Search Job PostingsProgram: Transitional Housing/Rapid Re-Housing Program (TH-RRH)
General Overview or Main Functions: Provides peer support and activities of social engagement for the Transitional Housing and Rapid Re-Housing components of the YHDP program, including assistance with referrals, admission assessments and Intake. Maintains safe environment for young adults and staff. Ensures the sleeping hour supervision (Midnight – 8am) of the Transitional Residence is covered each day of the week, in partnership with additional Peer Support Specialist. Assures required records and communications are completed and maintained. Follows written procedures of regulatory and certifying bodies (HAWNY, HUD, Medicaid, DSS, OSHA, Health Department, etc.) as well as upholding guidelines, procedures and policies of Community Missions, Inc. On-Call responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED; Associate’s Degree preferred. Lived experience with homelessness; Minimum 21 years of age; Red Cross Training (agency will provide); Infraction-clear NYS Driver’s License. Previous experience with transition age youth, homeless youth or adults; computer skills; Conflict Resolution skills; Ability to work within a team; Independent Living Skills.
Salary Range: $29,536 - $33,945 Annualized (Based on Experience)
Hours: Full Time Live-In (Provided free room and board in the Transitional
Residence, estimated at $9,600.00 per year)
Grade Level: 2
Status: Non-Exempt
Letter of Interest & Resume accepted until position hired.
We are committed to diversity in our workforce. Individuals from underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply.
By The Numbers...
In 2022, Community Missions provided:
• 13,647 nights of shelter
• 218,178 meals
• 1,425 individuals with clothing
• 2,886 care days in Youth Services
• 40,978 care days in Recovery Services
• 72,642 care days in Housing Services
• 410 reflections & resources for Faith Development
Community Missions of Niagara Frontier, Inc.
