The Peer Companion will be available to all guests staying at the Respite Housing Center, to provide peer support and companionship and be available to instill hope, support wellness and demonstrate that recovery is real and does happen. The Peer Companion should discuss the WRAP Plan, Advanced Directives and help guests set goals and engage in community and social events.

The Peer Companion will be available to all guests staying at the Respite Housing Center, to provide peer support and companionship and be available to instill hope, support wellness and demonstrate that recovery is real and does happen. The Peer Companion should discuss the WRAP Plan, Advanced Directives and help guests set goals and engage in community and social events.

Full Time - Part Time and Per Diem positions available

Under the general supervision of the Senior Director, the Program Coordinator of Community Bases Programs, will engage with unhoused individuals to coordinate a low barrier, temporary daytime shelter and resources for those individuals that present and qualify for the program. The schedule must be flexible; some shift coverage and on call coverage will be required to meet the needs of the program. The Wellness Center Manager will also be responsible for hiring, training and staff development.

Develops and implements treatment plans for patients with varying disabilities; works as part of a multidisciplinary team providing quality healthcare to all patients in accordance with the principle of ethics and code of professional conduct. Works under the supervision of the Program Coordinator of Erie/Niagara Counties and the Director of Housing and Peer Services for Recovery Options Made Easy.

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a 37.5 hour week, paid bi-weekly for 75 hours per pay date

To reduce instances of re-hospitalization among peers being discharged from inpatient settings by providing mental health peer support and increased engagement with community based services and natural supports. Not a remote position.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Peer Support Specialist will provide services to a case load of 20-25 participants enrolled in the various programs, working mainly out in the community. Flexible schedule may be required including weekend/holiday coverage. Shift is flexible and some on call hours may be necessary.

JOB SUMMARY: Housing Specialist

The position of Housing Specialist I assesses, refers and links individuals with mental illness to services including but not limited to housing, treatment, and community services. With a working knowledge of the resources in the community to meet the consumer's needs, the Housing Specialist I assist in providing housing support services to persons receiving government rental stipends in all Recovery Options programs. This may include but is not limited to assisting in finding and securing housing in the consumer's community of choice and assisting the consumer in maintaining the housing.

JOB SUMMARY

The Crisis Residence Coordinator will provide oversight for operations of the multiple ROME Crisis Residences. This includes supervision of staff, conducting intake/assessments, coordinating referrals to the respite program, data tracking activities, meeting with respite participants as needed, and other duties as assigned. Weekly travel is necessary and on call. This position reports to the Director of Site Based Crisis Programs. Clinician License required. 
Licensed LMSW, LMHC, LCSW or a Licensed Nurse Practitioner.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Respite Crisis Clinician provides direct clinical support to individuals receiving services in ROME Crisis Residence programs. The clinician conducts intake screenings, comprehensive assessments, clinical assessments, risk evaluations, safety planning, and provides brief counseling and crisis stabilization services to support participants during their stay.

The Respite Crisis Clinician works collaboratively with program staff, peer specialists, and community providers to promote stabilization, recovery-oriented care, and successful transition back into the community. This position requires one of the following licenses: LMHC, LMHC-P, LMHC-D, LCSW or LMSW.

This position reports to the Crisis Residence Coordinator or Director of Site-Based Crisis Programs. Travel between program locations within Western New York may be required.

Under the general supervision of the Program Director, the Peer Advocate engages with referred individuals to coordinate activities to form trust based relationships that foster hope for positive change and personal empowerment, leading to successful integration back into the community. Peer Advocates work closely with participants to address problems and answer questions, gather information, advocate and connect participants to resources and to the community. Advocates assist participants in goal setting and work toward developing skills. The Peer Advocates will share and discuss common peer experiences when appropriate. Advocates will assist in building a sense of community and assist participants to create meaningful lives in the community. Peer Advocates will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, leading, and facilitating group activities.

Per Diem position:  Hourly Rate of $19.00 + Mileage

Youth Peer Support (YPA) services are formal and informal services and supports provided to youth who are experiencing social, medical, emotional, developmental, substance use and/or behavioral challenges in their home, school, placement, and/or community centered services. These services provide the training and support necessary to ensure engagement and active participation of the youth in the treatment planning process and with the on-going implementation and reinforcement of skills. Services are delivered in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner. The YPA will provide structured, scheduled activities that emphasize the opportunity for the youth to expand the skills and strategies necessary to move forward in meeting their personal, individualized goals, develop self-advocacy skills and to support their transition into adulthood.

Per Diem position:  Hourly Rate of $19.00 + Mileage

Youth Peer Support (YPA) services are formal and informal services and supports provided to youth who are experiencing social, medical, emotional, developmental, substance use and/or behavioral challenges in their home, school, placement, and/or community centered services. These services provide the training and support necessary to ensure engagement and active participation of the youth in the treatment planning process and with the on-going implementation and reinforcement of skills. Services are delivered in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner. The YPA will provide structured, scheduled activities that emphasize the opportunity for the youth to expand the skills and strategies necessary to move forward in meeting their personal, individualized goals, develop self-advocacy skills and to support their transition into adulthood.

PSR Services in our CFTSS Program are designed to restore, rehabilitate and support an child's/youth's developmentally appropriate functioning as necessary for the integration of the child/youth as an active and productive member of their family and community with the goal of achieving minimal on-going professional intervention. Services assist with implementing interventions on a treatment plan to compensate for, or eliminate, functional deficits and interpersonal and/or behavioral health barriers associated with a child/youth's behavioral health needs. Activities are hands on and task oriented, intended to achieve the identified goals or objectives as set forth in the child/youth's individualized treatment plan.

Per Diem position, $19.00 per hour + mileage

Family Peer Support Services (FPSS) for our CFTSS Program are an array of formal and informal activities and supports provided to families caring for/raising a child who is experiencing social, emotional, mental, developmental, substance use, and/or behavioral challenges in their home, school, placement, and/or community. FPSS provide a structured, strength-based relationship between a Family Peer Advocate (FPA) and the parent/family member/caregiver for the benefit of the child/youth. Services are delivered in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner. The FPA must be a New York State Credentialed Family Peer Advocate (FPA) or a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate with a Family Specialty (CRPA-F).

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Program Manager, the Recovery Guide engages with referred individuals to coordinate activities to form trust-based relationships that foster hope for positive change and personal empowerment leading to successful integration back into the community. The Guides work closely with participants to address problems and answer questions, gather information, advocate and connect participants to resources and to the community. Guides assist participants in goal setting and work toward developing skills. The Guides will share and discuss common peer experiences when appropriate. Guides will assist in building a sense of community and assist participants to create meaningful lives in the community. Guides will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, leading and facilitating group activities.

JOB SUMMARY

The Peer Bridger role in the CARES Program, engages individuals who are completing their sentences and transitioning from incarceration to the community. During re-entry, peer support provides assistance with treatment planning and system navigation (accessing housing, employment, benefits, etc.). When begun prior to release, peer support activities include preparing individuals in jails and prisons to develop plans and identify resources to ensure uninterrupted treatment and connection with a recovery community. Full Time schedule must be flexible and will work Monday through Friday on an 8:00 am to 5 p.m. schedule. 40 hour work week.

The INSET Family Liaison offers peer support to adults who may have substantial mental health support needs that put them at risk of homelessness, hospitalization, involuntary treatment, or other adversity. The Family Liaison supports participants to connect or reconnect with family, chosen family, and other natural supports, with the participant's consent, to assist in meeting their goals. The Family Liaison will offer services such as advocacy, connecting families with services, conflict resolution, psychoeducation, and individualized support through a framework that supports shared decision-making, collaboration, trauma-informed care, and cultural humility/respect. The schedule for this part-time role is flexible within limits and will be negotiated at the time of hire. Estimated weekly hours are between 16 and 30 hours per week, depending on negotiated schedule and program needs.