Peer Support Specialist
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Peer Support Specialists provide direct peer support, guidance, and advocacy to Disabled individuals navigating the homecare landscape. Drawing on lived experience, they work one-on-one with consumers and families to explain options, help access services, and build skills and confidence to manage services. The role is rooted in the Independent Living philosophy, recognizing Disabled people as the foremost experts on their own lives and supporting independence in the community.
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Order#: NY1721980 Peer Support Specialist Peer Support Specialists provide direct peer support, guidance and advocacy to Disabled individuals navigating the homecare landscape. Drawing on lived experience, the Peer Support Specialist works one-on-one with consumers and their families to educate them about their options, access the services they need and build the skills and confidence to manage their own services. This position is rooted in the Independent Living philosophy that Disabled people are the foremost experts on their own lives. Peer Specialists bring that expertise to consumers, offering information, experience and practical support in achieving and maintaining independence in the community.
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