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CORTLAND COUNTY PERSONNEL/CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT60 Central Avenue Cortland, NY 13045 607-753-5076 www.cortland-co.org/263/Personnel-Civil-ServiceNOTICE OF JOB VACANCY Job Title: Peer SpecialistThis work involves the responsibility for providing peer support services to youth, adults and families struggling with mental health both in the area and the community. The work involves participating as a part of a multi-disciplinary team to plan and provide appropriate treatment interventions to assist individuals in regaining and retaining psychiatric stability and a wide range of other functional abilities. The Peer Specialist, in a consultation with other mental health professionals and paraprofessionals, is responsible for meeting the needs of the individuals assigned, within their scope of practice. This work requires general computer skills and the ability to speak comfortably in a small group of peers. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a higher level program director, or their designee. The work is assigned in the form of clear-cut assignments and completed following standard written procedures and guidelines. Supervision of others is not a function of this position. The incumbent will perform all related duties as required. Work Hours: Part-time, 17 hours per week, no benefitsSalary: $18.9861-$24.0315/HR (CSEA Union)Location: Cortland County Mental HealthStatus: Competitive, provisionalMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of a high school or general equivalency diploma.An individual who demonstrates lived experience as a parent or primary caregiver who has navigated multiple child serving systems on behalf of their child(ren) with social, emotional, developmental, health and/or behavioral healthcare needs preferred.NOTE: Certified Peer Specialist, and/or Parent Empowerment Program Training, and/or Family Peer Advocates Certified Parent Peer, or willingness to work toward NYS Academy of Peer Services Credentialing upon hire that includes completion of required education, training, and experience to be completed within the first year of hire. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Possession of a current New York State driver’s license is required. Pre-employment screenings required. SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO THE ADDRESS ABOVE OR EMAIL TO: pers-app@cortland-co.org Application: https://www.cortland-co.org/266/JobExam-ApplicationAPPROVED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. EOECortland County is committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage those with similar values to apply.

Minimum Salary: 18.9861 Maximum Salary: 24.0315 Salary Unit: Hourly