Peer Navigator/Front Desk (School Health): Lived Experience!
Vocational Instruction Project Community ServicesNew York, New York, United States
Posted October 28, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Vocational Instruction Project Community Services, operating under VIP Community Services, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming lives by providing comprehensive services to individuals with histories of chemical dependency and homelessness. The organization offers housing placement, case management, opioid treatment program oversight, and client advocacy to promote self-sufficiency and community well-being.
Job Description
This Peer Navigator position offers experience assisting children and guardians with care, promoting recovery and motivation. Responsibilities include appointment scheduling, insurance management, data entry, and communication. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as proficiency with computers and languages.
Requirements
- HS Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum two years of related work experience
- OMH Peer Certification or Family Peer Specialist Certification preferred
- Knowledge of behavioral health services
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Computer Skills
- Documenting/Recording Information
- Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)
