Youth Peer Support Specialist (Board Certified) - Flexible

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ascend servicesNew York (NY)

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Child and Youth Services

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About the role

Ascend Services, Inc. seeks dedicated and empathetic Board Certified Youth Peer Support Specialists (PSS) to work with children and young adults up to age 21. As a Youth PSS, you will use your lived experience with mental health recovery to connect with clients, provide guidance, and empower them through adolescence and young adulthood. This is a meaningful opportunity to transform your personal journey into hope for others. Locations include Rockland, Orange, Westchester, Brooklyn, and Bronx.

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