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Regular Full-Time Transitional Housing New York, NY, US Salary Range: $21.26 To $21.26 Hourly Title of Position: Peer Coordinator FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Transitional Housing, Win West Salary: 21.26/hr. Report to: Clinical Team Leader, Win West Positions reporting to this position: None Purpose of the Position The Peer Coordinator provides support and advocacy services to mentally ill women living at the Win West Residence. S/he provides basic support services to clients. The Peer Coordinator ensures compliance with all Win contractual requirements. Responsibilities: u2022 Provide outreach intervention, resource and referral services through the distribution of materials and education to clients individually and in group settings. u2022 Assist clients with access to needed community services and provide follow up. u2022 Commit to using Evidence-Based Practices (EBP); strength-based case management, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma Informed Care (TIC), critical time intervention, family-centered case management, boundary setting, and cultural-reflexivity to help clients achieve their goals. u2022 Conduct recreational activities and monitor client participation. u2022 Act as an advocate for clients as appropriate; encourage and support self-advocacy. u2022 Accompany clients to appointments, trips and activities. u2022 Actively participate as a member of the residence multi-disciplinary team. u2022 Attend shelter meetings, organization wide meetings and staff training, as requested. u2022 Assist with conducting unit inspections. u2022 Identify problems in daily living skills and provide direct support to clients. u2022 Prepare all mandated reports required by Win, Department of Homeless Services (DHS) and other funders. u2022 Work evenings and weekend schedule as needed. u2022 Work collaboratively with the case managers to ensure clientsu2019 treatment plans are followed. u2022 Support colleagues with emergencies and crisis intervention. u2022 Assist with food preparation, meals, and clean up for clients u2022 Stock and organize the food pantry. u2022 Document all assistance and services to clients in the client chart and DHS database. u2022 Perform other related duties assigned. Essential Functions: u2022 Must be able to work evenings, at least one Saturday a month and some holidays. u2022 Must be able to ascend/descend stairs within the building assigned. u2022 Must be able to escort clients to appointments as needed. u2022 Must be able to work evenings, at least one Saturday a month and some holidays. u2022 Must be able to ascend/descend stairs within the building assigned. u2022 Must ascend/descend stairs in a five (5) story building where clients reside. Qualifications: u2022 Commitment to Winu2019s mission, vision, and values. u2022 AA degree required. u2022 Food Handler certificate must be obtained and kept current. u2022 Must be able to work evening and weekend schedule. u2022 Demonstrated knowledge and skill in motivational interviewing and trauma informed care. u2022 Must have an ability to work effectively with a team in a crisis driven, fast paced environment. u2022Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills. u2022Basic computer skills required; Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred. u2022 Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. Core Competencies: u2022 Leadership: Embodies Winu2019s Core Values and understands client needs are staffu2019s priority. Acts with a high degree of professionalism and has a good work ethic. u2022 Facilitating Change: Willingly learns new approaches, methods, or technologies to improve client outcomes. Develops and meets challenging but achievable goals with clientsu2019 wellbeing in mind. u2022 Managing Performance: Interacts respectfully with clients and co-workers. Avoids conflict effectively. u2022 Applying and Developing Expertise: Works diligently in the best interest of the clients. Maintains appropriate boundaries when working with clients. u2022 Communicating and Collaborating: Works collaboratively; relies on and supports team in achieving results. Communicates urgent priorities effectively. Values the full spectrum of diversity and inclusion for peers and clients. u2022 Other special projects and responsibilities, as assigned. WINu2019S DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION HIRING COMMITMENT Our most effective service to our community comes from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experience. As a result, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. Win actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.