Peer Advocate - FlexStaff - Northwell Health : Job Details

Engages and provides peer support to behavioral health consumers experiencing psychosis. Serves as a role model in maximizing wellness and independence through experience with issues relating mental health. Collaborates with clinical and non-clinical team members to ensure culture of support is reflected in members treatment. Responsibilities: Provides peer support to behavioral health consumers, including orientation to programs, service providers, and community resources. Encourages members, family members and caregivers to use program resources to maximize wellness and independence. Conducts outreach to members missing appointments to reinforce engagement. Assist members in carrying out tasks as defined in their treatment plans. Attends and participates in various appointments/meetings to support and advocate for member, as required. Understands and addresses related cultural attitudes and practices. Reports on members progress relative to experience in community settings to clinica...Behavioral Health, Advocate, Staff, Peer, Mental Health, Support, Healthcare