The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Supportive Housing Case Managers build meaningful, collaborative relationships with individuals living with psychiatric disabilities within our OMH Supportive Housing Program. Your primary goal is to empower residents to access the formal services and natural community supports essential for maintaining a healthy, independent, and productive lifestyle.

As a key member of our direct service team, you will provide hands-on support that furthers the mission of the Association for Mental Health & Wellness. This role focuses on high-quality direct care and collaborative teamwork to ensure our residents thrive.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• To provide regular scheduled Peer Support visits to OMH Supportive Housing Residents identified by direct supervisor. The Peer Specialist may also be asked to reach out to residents who are struggling with any barriers to wellness and living independently to assist them to identify and use appropriate strategies and access resources.
• To provide transportation and support to residents in the OMH Supportive Housing Program to help to ensure the understanding of the outcomes of medical or mental health care appointments. Assist in obtaining any relevant documentation from any appointments with these providers, as well as helping to ensure that any follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• To provide individual contacts with OMH SH residents that serve to support the resident’s success in living independently. To accurately record these individual contacts on the SH daily encounter log.
• To generate and maintain documentation of individual services in our electronic health record in a manner that is timely and consistent with expected protocols provided in training and supervision.

• Experience with and knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County public mental health system. Knowledge of advocacy, self-help and empowerment programs for recipients of mental health services.
• The ability to convey a message of hope and recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities in presentations to providers of mental health services.
• To act in a manner that exemplifies positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of a recovery directed program culture.
• To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to Peer Support Values, Recovery and Wellness and healthy boundaries.
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Supportive Housing Case Managers build meaningful, collaborative relationships with individuals living with psychiatric disabilities within our OMH Supportive Housing Program. Your primary goal is to empower residents to access the formal services and natural community supports essential for maintaining a healthy, independent, and productive lifestyle.

As a key member of our direct service team, you will provide hands-on support that furthers the mission of the Association for Mental Health & Wellness. This role focuses on high-quality direct care and collaborative teamwork to ensure our residents thrive.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• To provide regular scheduled Peer Support visits to OMH Supportive Housing Residents identified by direct supervisor. The Peer Specialist may also be asked to reach out to residents who are struggling with any barriers to wellness and living independently to assist them to identify and use appropriate strategies and access resources.
• To provide transportation and support to residents in the OMH Supportive Housing Program to help to ensure the understanding of the outcomes of medical or mental health care appointments. Assist in obtaining any relevant documentation from any appointments with these providers, as well as helping to ensure that any follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• To provide individual contacts with OMH SH residents that serve to support the resident’s success in living independently. To accurately record these individual contacts on the SH daily encounter log.
• To generate and maintain documentation of individual services in our electronic health record in a manner that is timely and consistent with expected protocols provided in training and supervision.

• Experience with and knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County public mental health system. Knowledge of advocacy, self-help and empowerment programs for recipients of mental health services.
• The ability to convey a message of hope and recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities in presentations to providers of mental health services.
• To act in a manner that exemplifies positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of a recovery directed program culture.
• To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to Peer Support Values, Recovery and Wellness and healthy boundaries.
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Human Resources Administrator to support the daily operations of our HR department. This role works closely with and provides administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and the Chief People and Experience Officer, helping to ensure efficient, compliant, and employee-centered HR services across the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and knowledgeable in HR processes, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and Chief People and Experience Officer
• Support recruitment efforts, including but not limited to posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing employment documentation and facilitating new hire orientation
• Provide guidance to employees on timekeeping procedures, including the proper use of timecards and time tracking systems
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee inquiries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, employment history, and performance documentation
• Generate HR reports and assist with audits and compliance-related documentation
• Support employee training and development initiatives
• Maintain and update HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and produce reports as needed
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Assist in addressing employee relations matters and escalate issues when appropriate
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Coordinate and assist with performance appraisal processes
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Perform general administrative duties, including maintaining employee files, processing mail, and entering employee data into HR systems

Required Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of HRIS and HR-related software systems
• Understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Experience with benefits administration preferred
• Exposure to recruitment and talent management processes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 3 years of experience in HR administration or a related role

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Supportive Housing Case Managers build meaningful, collaborative relationships with individuals living with psychiatric disabilities within our OMH Supportive Housing Program. Your primary goal is to empower residents to access the formal services and natural community supports essential for maintaining a healthy, independent, and productive lifestyle.

As a key member of our direct service team, you will provide hands-on support that furthers the mission of the Association for Mental Health & Wellness. This role focuses on high-quality direct care and collaborative teamwork to ensure our residents thrive.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• To provide regular scheduled Peer Support visits to OMH Supportive Housing Residents identified by direct supervisor. The Peer Specialist may also be asked to reach out to residents who are struggling with any barriers to wellness and living independently to assist them to identify and use appropriate strategies and access resources.
• To provide transportation and support to residents in the OMH Supportive Housing Program to help to ensure the understanding of the outcomes of medical or mental health care appointments. Assist in obtaining any relevant documentation from any appointments with these providers, as well as helping to ensure that any follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• To provide individual contacts with OMH SH residents that serve to support the resident’s success in living independently. To accurately record these individual contacts on the SH daily encounter log.
• To generate and maintain documentation of individual services in our electronic health record in a manner that is timely and consistent with expected protocols provided in training and supervision.

• Experience with and knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County public mental health system. Knowledge of advocacy, self-help and empowerment programs for recipients of mental health services.
• The ability to convey a message of hope and recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities in presentations to providers of mental health services.
• To act in a manner that exemplifies positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of a recovery directed program culture.
• To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to Peer Support Values, Recovery and Wellness and healthy boundaries.
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Human Resources Administrator to support the daily operations of our HR department. This role works closely with and provides administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and the Chief People and Experience Officer, helping to ensure efficient, compliant, and employee-centered HR services across the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and knowledgeable in HR processes, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and Chief People and Experience Officer
• Support recruitment efforts, including but not limited to posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing employment documentation and facilitating new hire orientation
• Provide guidance to employees on timekeeping procedures, including the proper use of timecards and time tracking systems
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee inquiries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, employment history, and performance documentation
• Generate HR reports and assist with audits and compliance-related documentation
• Support employee training and development initiatives
• Maintain and update HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and produce reports as needed
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Assist in addressing employee relations matters and escalate issues when appropriate
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Coordinate and assist with performance appraisal processes
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Perform general administrative duties, including maintaining employee files, processing mail, and entering employee data into HR systems

Required Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of HRIS and HR-related software systems
• Understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Experience with benefits administration preferred
• Exposure to recruitment and talent management processes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 3 years of experience in HR administration or a related role

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

The Friends & Family Support Group Facilitator is an individual with lived experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis. The facilitator creates a safe and structured environment that is centered in confidential and empathic interaction between members. The leader will guide members toward understanding diagnosis, coping skills, ways to care for themselves, while supporting loved ones with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Keep attendance records and submit them to supervisor weekly
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture.
• Practice Development:
  • To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, philosophy, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to peer support
  • To compile and share relevant resources with support group attendees and program
• Creating and maintaining the safest and most comfortable environment offering the opportunity for attendees to share, listen, and communicate openly.
• Encouraging support group attendees to provide mutual support to each other based on key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• Provide peer support through connection and based on the key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• To provide information and referrals if requested or refer attendees to call the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ Helpline.
• Participation in actively maintaining the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ established system for tracking support group
• Attend monthly supervision meetings and/or additional staff meetings as
• Attend relevant training courses, webinars, and
• Maintain all records and documentation in accordance with the Association of Mental Health and Wellness’ standards and funding sources requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality of all attendees and clearly expresses to new attendees, circumstances that may cause Support Group facilitators to breach confidentiality.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: opening and closing of building

• Experience facilitating support or other types of psycho-education
• Experience and knowledge of the New York State and/or Suffolk County public mental health
• Experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis.
• Experience and knowledge of recovery and wellness, self-help and empowerment
• The ability to convey a message of hope, healing, and/or recovery for people, diagnosed with psychiatric labels and/or who are trauma
• Ability to be calm, patient, empathetic, supportive, have excellent listening skills and relate positively and enthusiastically to a diverse group of
• Exhibit sound, interpersonal & communication skills and ability to work as part of a
• Sound reading, writing, and computer

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Supportive Housing Case Managers build meaningful, collaborative relationships with individuals living with psychiatric disabilities within our OMH Supportive Housing Program. Your primary goal is to empower residents to access the formal services and natural community supports essential for maintaining a healthy, independent, and productive lifestyle.

As a key member of our direct service team, you will provide hands-on support that furthers the mission of the Association for Mental Health & Wellness. This role focuses on high-quality direct care and collaborative teamwork to ensure our residents thrive.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• To provide regular scheduled Peer Support visits to OMH Supportive Housing Residents identified by direct supervisor. The Peer Specialist may also be asked to reach out to residents who are struggling with any barriers to wellness and living independently to assist them to identify and use appropriate strategies and access resources.
• To provide transportation and support to residents in the OMH Supportive Housing Program to help to ensure the understanding of the outcomes of medical or mental health care appointments. Assist in obtaining any relevant documentation from any appointments with these providers, as well as helping to ensure that any follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• To provide individual contacts with OMH SH residents that serve to support the resident’s success in living independently. To accurately record these individual contacts on the SH daily encounter log.
• To generate and maintain documentation of individual services in our electronic health record in a manner that is timely and consistent with expected protocols provided in training and supervision.

• Experience with and knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County public mental health system. Knowledge of advocacy, self-help and empowerment programs for recipients of mental health services.
• The ability to convey a message of hope and recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities in presentations to providers of mental health services.
• To act in a manner that exemplifies positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of a recovery directed program culture.
• To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to Peer Support Values, Recovery and Wellness and healthy boundaries.
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Human Resources Administrator to support the daily operations of our HR department. This role works closely with and provides administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and the Chief People and Experience Officer, helping to ensure efficient, compliant, and employee-centered HR services across the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and knowledgeable in HR processes, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and Chief People and Experience Officer
• Support recruitment efforts, including but not limited to posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing employment documentation and facilitating new hire orientation
• Provide guidance to employees on timekeeping procedures, including the proper use of timecards and time tracking systems
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee inquiries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, employment history, and performance documentation
• Generate HR reports and assist with audits and compliance-related documentation
• Support employee training and development initiatives
• Maintain and update HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and produce reports as needed
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Assist in addressing employee relations matters and escalate issues when appropriate
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Coordinate and assist with performance appraisal processes
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Perform general administrative duties, including maintaining employee files, processing mail, and entering employee data into HR systems

Required Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of HRIS and HR-related software systems
• Understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Experience with benefits administration preferred
• Exposure to recruitment and talent management processes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 3 years of experience in HR administration or a related role

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

The Friends & Family Support Group Facilitator is an individual with lived experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis. The facilitator creates a safe and structured environment that is centered in confidential and empathic interaction between members. The leader will guide members toward understanding diagnosis, coping skills, ways to care for themselves, while supporting loved ones with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Keep attendance records and submit them to supervisor weekly
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture.
• Practice Development:
  • To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, philosophy, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to peer support
  • To compile and share relevant resources with support group attendees and program
• Creating and maintaining the safest and most comfortable environment offering the opportunity for attendees to share, listen, and communicate openly.
• Encouraging support group attendees to provide mutual support to each other based on key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• Provide peer support through connection and based on the key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• To provide information and referrals if requested or refer attendees to call the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ Helpline.
• Participation in actively maintaining the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ established system for tracking support group
• Attend monthly supervision meetings and/or additional staff meetings as
• Attend relevant training courses, webinars, and
• Maintain all records and documentation in accordance with the Association of Mental Health and Wellness’ standards and funding sources requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality of all attendees and clearly expresses to new attendees, circumstances that may cause Support Group facilitators to breach confidentiality.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: opening and closing of building

• Experience facilitating support or other types of psycho-education
• Experience and knowledge of the New York State and/or Suffolk County public mental health
• Experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis.
• Experience and knowledge of recovery and wellness, self-help and empowerment
• The ability to convey a message of hope, healing, and/or recovery for people, diagnosed with psychiatric labels and/or who are trauma
• Ability to be calm, patient, empathetic, supportive, have excellent listening skills and relate positively and enthusiastically to a diverse group of
• Exhibit sound, interpersonal & communication skills and ability to work as part of a
• Sound reading, writing, and computer

A Mental Health Rehabilitation Practitioner will establish helping relationships with 24 people who have psychiatric and co-occurring substance abuse disabilities.  The primary role of the practitioner is to assist individuals to connect with and utilize formal and natural resources critical to attaining and maintaining productive, healthy, and satisfying lifestyles. Key activities include individual rehabilitative goal planning, group work using a psycho-educational format, and teamwork with multi-disciplinary colleagues within an OMH licensed PROS program.

The successful candidate should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Persons with bi-lingual skills and personal experience are highly encouraged to apply.
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery needed.
• Applicants with personal, lived recovery experience are encouraged to apply.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is required. Candidates with Master’s degrees related to physical/mental health are also encouraged to apply.

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Supportive Housing Case Managers build meaningful, collaborative relationships with individuals living with psychiatric disabilities within our OMH Supportive Housing Program. Your primary goal is to empower residents to access the formal services and natural community supports essential for maintaining a healthy, independent, and productive lifestyle.

As a key member of our direct service team, you will provide hands-on support that furthers the mission of the Association for Mental Health & Wellness. This role focuses on high-quality direct care and collaborative teamwork to ensure our residents thrive.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• To provide regular scheduled Peer Support visits to OMH Supportive Housing Residents identified by direct supervisor. The Peer Specialist may also be asked to reach out to residents who are struggling with any barriers to wellness and living independently to assist them to identify and use appropriate strategies and access resources.
• To provide transportation and support to residents in the OMH Supportive Housing Program to help to ensure the understanding of the outcomes of medical or mental health care appointments. Assist in obtaining any relevant documentation from any appointments with these providers, as well as helping to ensure that any follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• To provide individual contacts with OMH SH residents that serve to support the resident’s success in living independently. To accurately record these individual contacts on the SH daily encounter log.
• To generate and maintain documentation of individual services in our electronic health record in a manner that is timely and consistent with expected protocols provided in training and supervision.

• Experience with and knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County public mental health system. Knowledge of advocacy, self-help and empowerment programs for recipients of mental health services.
• The ability to convey a message of hope and recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities in presentations to providers of mental health services.
• To act in a manner that exemplifies positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of a recovery directed program culture.
• To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to Peer Support Values, Recovery and Wellness and healthy boundaries.
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Human Resources Administrator to support the daily operations of our HR department. This role works closely with and provides administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and the Chief People and Experience Officer, helping to ensure efficient, compliant, and employee-centered HR services across the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and knowledgeable in HR processes, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and Chief People and Experience Officer
• Support recruitment efforts, including but not limited to posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing employment documentation and facilitating new hire orientation
• Provide guidance to employees on timekeeping procedures, including the proper use of timecards and time tracking systems
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee inquiries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, employment history, and performance documentation
• Generate HR reports and assist with audits and compliance-related documentation
• Support employee training and development initiatives
• Maintain and update HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and produce reports as needed
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Assist in addressing employee relations matters and escalate issues when appropriate
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Coordinate and assist with performance appraisal processes
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Perform general administrative duties, including maintaining employee files, processing mail, and entering employee data into HR systems

Required Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of HRIS and HR-related software systems
• Understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Experience with benefits administration preferred
• Exposure to recruitment and talent management processes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 3 years of experience in HR administration or a related role

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

The Friends & Family Support Group Facilitator is an individual with lived experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis. The facilitator creates a safe and structured environment that is centered in confidential and empathic interaction between members. The leader will guide members toward understanding diagnosis, coping skills, ways to care for themselves, while supporting loved ones with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Keep attendance records and submit them to supervisor weekly
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture.
• Practice Development:
  • To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, philosophy, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to peer support
  • To compile and share relevant resources with support group attendees and program
• Creating and maintaining the safest and most comfortable environment offering the opportunity for attendees to share, listen, and communicate openly.
• Encouraging support group attendees to provide mutual support to each other based on key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• Provide peer support through connection and based on the key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• To provide information and referrals if requested or refer attendees to call the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ Helpline.
• Participation in actively maintaining the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ established system for tracking support group
• Attend monthly supervision meetings and/or additional staff meetings as
• Attend relevant training courses, webinars, and
• Maintain all records and documentation in accordance with the Association of Mental Health and Wellness’ standards and funding sources requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality of all attendees and clearly expresses to new attendees, circumstances that may cause Support Group facilitators to breach confidentiality.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: opening and closing of building

• Experience facilitating support or other types of psycho-education
• Experience and knowledge of the New York State and/or Suffolk County public mental health
• Experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis.
• Experience and knowledge of recovery and wellness, self-help and empowerment
• The ability to convey a message of hope, healing, and/or recovery for people, diagnosed with psychiatric labels and/or who are trauma
• Ability to be calm, patient, empathetic, supportive, have excellent listening skills and relate positively and enthusiastically to a diverse group of
• Exhibit sound, interpersonal & communication skills and ability to work as part of a
• Sound reading, writing, and computer

A Mental Health Rehabilitation Practitioner will establish helping relationships with 24 people who have psychiatric and co-occurring substance abuse disabilities.  The primary role of the practitioner is to assist individuals to connect with and utilize formal and natural resources critical to attaining and maintaining productive, healthy, and satisfying lifestyles. Key activities include individual rehabilitative goal planning, group work using a psycho-educational format, and teamwork with multi-disciplinary colleagues within an OMH licensed PROS program.

The successful candidate should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Persons with bi-lingual skills and personal experience are highly encouraged to apply.
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery needed.
• Applicants with personal, lived recovery experience are encouraged to apply.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is required. Candidates with Master’s degrees related to physical/mental health are also encouraged to apply.

Mission Statement: “To empower and inspire people of all communities to identify, pursue and sustain healthy, meaningful lives”.

MHAW strives to develop an authentic, diverse workforce that embraces, creates, respects and demonstrates diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in the work environment, towards one another and those we serve. We recognize that our agency is strongest when we all embrace the full spectrum of diversity and experience.  We actively seek to employ a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve.

Position:                     Mental Health Trainer- (Bi-lingual)

Salary:                         $62,000 to $65,000 per year; plus competitive benefits packages

Location & Hours:      Ronkonkoma, NY – 37.5 hours per week

Availability:                Immediate     

Position Summary:

Reports to the Community Impact Program Supervisor and works with a team of MHAW trainers to deliver mental health training; including evidence-based programming. The right candidate will be trained in Mental Health First Aid and comfortable presenting to a range of audiences, both in-person and virtually.  This forward-facing position has program delivery responsibilities which include outreach, customer service and delivery of trainings as assigned.

General Responsibilities: 

• Implement the training and outreach accordingly
• Assist with conducting project evaluation/performance assessment, data collection and reporting
• Develop collaborative partnerships with relevant community agencies and programs
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture
• Utilize data toward continuous quality improvement

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Conducting workshops, presentations, and other educational sessions for diverse audiences
• Delivering programming with fidelity to the model
• Schedule trainings and ensure coverage, as needed
• Keep the training calendar updated
• Creating and updating educational programs, workshops, and resources tailored to specific community needs
• Assessing program effectiveness, gathering feedback, and making data-driven adjustments
• Promoting educational opportunities and resources to a wide audience
• Promoting MHAW and general mental wellness in the community through presentations, poster presentations and tabling events
• Demonstrate continual progress towards achieving project goals
• Compliance with all regulatory and programmatic requirements
• Participation in all grantee in-person and virtual meetings
• Collaboration with any federally-funded resources
• Conduct meetings with the project partners on a regular basis

• Ability to effectively interact with diverse audiences
• Proven success in delivering engaging and informative presentations
• Skills to create effective learning materials and programs
• Mental Health First Aid Training Certification, preferred, including Adult, Youth and Teen
• Professional, yet engaging, training style, both in-person and online
• Previous training experience
• Previous experience with federal grants, a plus
• Experience in human services/helping professions or 2+ years related of training experience

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Supportive Housing Case Managers build meaningful, collaborative relationships with individuals living with psychiatric disabilities within our OMH Supportive Housing Program. Your primary goal is to empower residents to access the formal services and natural community supports essential for maintaining a healthy, independent, and productive lifestyle.

As a key member of our direct service team, you will provide hands-on support that furthers the mission of the Association for Mental Health & Wellness. This role focuses on high-quality direct care and collaborative teamwork to ensure our residents thrive.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• To provide regular scheduled Peer Support visits to OMH Supportive Housing Residents identified by direct supervisor. The Peer Specialist may also be asked to reach out to residents who are struggling with any barriers to wellness and living independently to assist them to identify and use appropriate strategies and access resources.
• To provide transportation and support to residents in the OMH Supportive Housing Program to help to ensure the understanding of the outcomes of medical or mental health care appointments. Assist in obtaining any relevant documentation from any appointments with these providers, as well as helping to ensure that any follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• To provide individual contacts with OMH SH residents that serve to support the resident’s success in living independently. To accurately record these individual contacts on the SH daily encounter log.
• To generate and maintain documentation of individual services in our electronic health record in a manner that is timely and consistent with expected protocols provided in training and supervision.

• Experience with and knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County public mental health system. Knowledge of advocacy, self-help and empowerment programs for recipients of mental health services.
• The ability to convey a message of hope and recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities in presentations to providers of mental health services.
• To act in a manner that exemplifies positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of a recovery directed program culture.
• To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to Peer Support Values, Recovery and Wellness and healthy boundaries.
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Human Resources Administrator to support the daily operations of our HR department. This role works closely with and provides administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and the Chief People and Experience Officer, helping to ensure efficient, compliant, and employee-centered HR services across the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and knowledgeable in HR processes, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and Chief People and Experience Officer
• Support recruitment efforts, including but not limited to posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing employment documentation and facilitating new hire orientation
• Provide guidance to employees on timekeeping procedures, including the proper use of timecards and time tracking systems
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee inquiries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, employment history, and performance documentation
• Generate HR reports and assist with audits and compliance-related documentation
• Support employee training and development initiatives
• Maintain and update HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and produce reports as needed
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Assist in addressing employee relations matters and escalate issues when appropriate
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Coordinate and assist with performance appraisal processes
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Perform general administrative duties, including maintaining employee files, processing mail, and entering employee data into HR systems

Required Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of HRIS and HR-related software systems
• Understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Experience with benefits administration preferred
• Exposure to recruitment and talent management processes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 3 years of experience in HR administration or a related role

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

The Friends & Family Support Group Facilitator is an individual with lived experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis. The facilitator creates a safe and structured environment that is centered in confidential and empathic interaction between members. The leader will guide members toward understanding diagnosis, coping skills, ways to care for themselves, while supporting loved ones with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Keep attendance records and submit them to supervisor weekly
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture.
• Practice Development:
  • To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, philosophy, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to peer support
  • To compile and share relevant resources with support group attendees and program
• Creating and maintaining the safest and most comfortable environment offering the opportunity for attendees to share, listen, and communicate openly.
• Encouraging support group attendees to provide mutual support to each other based on key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• Provide peer support through connection and based on the key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• To provide information and referrals if requested or refer attendees to call the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ Helpline.
• Participation in actively maintaining the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ established system for tracking support group
• Attend monthly supervision meetings and/or additional staff meetings as
• Attend relevant training courses, webinars, and
• Maintain all records and documentation in accordance with the Association of Mental Health and Wellness’ standards and funding sources requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality of all attendees and clearly expresses to new attendees, circumstances that may cause Support Group facilitators to breach confidentiality.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: opening and closing of building

• Experience facilitating support or other types of psycho-education
• Experience and knowledge of the New York State and/or Suffolk County public mental health
• Experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis.
• Experience and knowledge of recovery and wellness, self-help and empowerment
• The ability to convey a message of hope, healing, and/or recovery for people, diagnosed with psychiatric labels and/or who are trauma
• Ability to be calm, patient, empathetic, supportive, have excellent listening skills and relate positively and enthusiastically to a diverse group of
• Exhibit sound, interpersonal & communication skills and ability to work as part of a
• Sound reading, writing, and computer

A Mental Health Rehabilitation Practitioner will establish helping relationships with 24 people who have psychiatric and co-occurring substance abuse disabilities.  The primary role of the practitioner is to assist individuals to connect with and utilize formal and natural resources critical to attaining and maintaining productive, healthy, and satisfying lifestyles. Key activities include individual rehabilitative goal planning, group work using a psycho-educational format, and teamwork with multi-disciplinary colleagues within an OMH licensed PROS program.

The successful candidate should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Persons with bi-lingual skills and personal experience are highly encouraged to apply.
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery needed.
• Applicants with personal, lived recovery experience are encouraged to apply.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is required. Candidates with Master’s degrees related to physical/mental health are also encouraged to apply.

Mission Statement: “To empower and inspire people of all communities to identify, pursue and sustain healthy, meaningful lives”.

MHAW strives to develop an authentic, diverse workforce that embraces, creates, respects and demonstrates diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in the work environment, towards one another and those we serve. We recognize that our agency is strongest when we all embrace the full spectrum of diversity and experience.  We actively seek to employ a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve.

Position:                     Mental Health Trainer- (Bi-lingual)

Salary:                         $62,000 to $65,000 per year; plus competitive benefits packages

Location & Hours:      Ronkonkoma, NY – 37.5 hours per week

Availability:                Immediate     

Position Summary:

Reports to the Community Impact Program Supervisor and works with a team of MHAW trainers to deliver mental health training; including evidence-based programming. The right candidate will be trained in Mental Health First Aid and comfortable presenting to a range of audiences, both in-person and virtually.  This forward-facing position has program delivery responsibilities which include outreach, customer service and delivery of trainings as assigned.

General Responsibilities: 

• Implement the training and outreach accordingly
• Assist with conducting project evaluation/performance assessment, data collection and reporting
• Develop collaborative partnerships with relevant community agencies and programs
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture
• Utilize data toward continuous quality improvement

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Conducting workshops, presentations, and other educational sessions for diverse audiences
• Delivering programming with fidelity to the model
• Schedule trainings and ensure coverage, as needed
• Keep the training calendar updated
• Creating and updating educational programs, workshops, and resources tailored to specific community needs
• Assessing program effectiveness, gathering feedback, and making data-driven adjustments
• Promoting educational opportunities and resources to a wide audience
• Promoting MHAW and general mental wellness in the community through presentations, poster presentations and tabling events
• Demonstrate continual progress towards achieving project goals
• Compliance with all regulatory and programmatic requirements
• Participation in all grantee in-person and virtual meetings
• Collaboration with any federally-funded resources
• Conduct meetings with the project partners on a regular basis

• Ability to effectively interact with diverse audiences
• Proven success in delivering engaging and informative presentations
• Skills to create effective learning materials and programs
• Mental Health First Aid Training Certification, preferred, including Adult, Youth and Teen
• Professional, yet engaging, training style, both in-person and online
• Previous training experience
• Previous experience with federal grants, a plus
• Experience in human services/helping professions or 2+ years related of training experience

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a highly organized and professional Office Manager to oversee administrative operations and facility management at our Riverhead location. This individual will serve as the first point of contact for the site, ensuring a welcoming and efficient environment for staff and visitors. The role includes managing facility operations, coordinating maintenance services, overseeing office supplies and equipment, and supporting staff needs as required.

General Responsibilities:

Administrative & Reception Duties

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the building, greeting all staff and guests professionally.
• Manage incoming/outgoing mail and deliveries; notify staff upon receipt of packages.
• Oversee front desk and reception area protocols, including visitor sign-in.
• Maintain and coordinate schedules for conference and training rooms.
• Coordinate business card, brochure, and printing requests with the Executive Assistant.

Facility & Operations Management

• Coordinate internal maintenance and repairs (e.g., lighting, HVAC issues, furniture or picture hanging).
• Coordinate external building services (e.g., ground keeping, carting, sprinkler system, fire extinguisher inspections, and professional cleaning).

Technology & Equipment Oversight

• Manage copier maintenance, including service requests and supply inventory.
• Monitor and distribute keys and alarm access credentials; generate access reports as needed.

Fleet & Supply Management

• Oversee maintenance of agency fleet vehicles, including activation/deactivation of gas cards, registration, inspections, and repairs.
• Coordinate accident reporting (e.g., police reports, insurance follow-up, and repair scheduling).
• Maintain inventory and ordering of office, cleaning, and kitchen supplies.
• Support kitchen cleanliness and organization, including end-of-day cleanup and weekly fridge reminders.

Document & Recordkeeping

• Maintain the document storage log and coordinate storage/retrieval requests.

Food Pantry

• Assist as needed with tasks for our Food Pantry including bagging food, distributing emergency food bags, etc.

*Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support smooth building operations.

The successful candidate should have a polished and professional presence for our Administrative building and possess the following skills and abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Professional presence with strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), Zoom, Teams, and other virtual meeting platforms.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable and self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Supportive Housing Case Managers build meaningful, collaborative relationships with individuals living with psychiatric disabilities within our OMH Supportive Housing Program. Your primary goal is to empower residents to access the formal services and natural community supports essential for maintaining a healthy, independent, and productive lifestyle.

As a key member of our direct service team, you will provide hands-on support that furthers the mission of the Association for Mental Health & Wellness. This role focuses on high-quality direct care and collaborative teamwork to ensure our residents thrive.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• To provide regular scheduled Peer Support visits to OMH Supportive Housing Residents identified by direct supervisor. The Peer Specialist may also be asked to reach out to residents who are struggling with any barriers to wellness and living independently to assist them to identify and use appropriate strategies and access resources.
• To provide transportation and support to residents in the OMH Supportive Housing Program to help to ensure the understanding of the outcomes of medical or mental health care appointments. Assist in obtaining any relevant documentation from any appointments with these providers, as well as helping to ensure that any follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• To provide individual contacts with OMH SH residents that serve to support the resident’s success in living independently. To accurately record these individual contacts on the SH daily encounter log.
• To generate and maintain documentation of individual services in our electronic health record in a manner that is timely and consistent with expected protocols provided in training and supervision.

• Experience with and knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County public mental health system. Knowledge of advocacy, self-help and empowerment programs for recipients of mental health services.
• The ability to convey a message of hope and recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities in presentations to providers of mental health services.
• To act in a manner that exemplifies positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of a recovery directed program culture.
• To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to Peer Support Values, Recovery and Wellness and healthy boundaries.
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Human Resources Administrator to support the daily operations of our HR department. This role works closely with and provides administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and the Chief People and Experience Officer, helping to ensure efficient, compliant, and employee-centered HR services across the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and knowledgeable in HR processes, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and Chief People and Experience Officer
• Support recruitment efforts, including but not limited to posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing employment documentation and facilitating new hire orientation
• Provide guidance to employees on timekeeping procedures, including the proper use of timecards and time tracking systems
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee inquiries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, employment history, and performance documentation
• Generate HR reports and assist with audits and compliance-related documentation
• Support employee training and development initiatives
• Maintain and update HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and produce reports as needed
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Assist in addressing employee relations matters and escalate issues when appropriate
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Coordinate and assist with performance appraisal processes
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Perform general administrative duties, including maintaining employee files, processing mail, and entering employee data into HR systems

Required Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of HRIS and HR-related software systems
• Understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Experience with benefits administration preferred
• Exposure to recruitment and talent management processes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 3 years of experience in HR administration or a related role

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

The Friends & Family Support Group Facilitator is an individual with lived experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis. The facilitator creates a safe and structured environment that is centered in confidential and empathic interaction between members. The leader will guide members toward understanding diagnosis, coping skills, ways to care for themselves, while supporting loved ones with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Keep attendance records and submit them to supervisor weekly
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture.
• Practice Development:
  • To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, philosophy, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to peer support
  • To compile and share relevant resources with support group attendees and program
• Creating and maintaining the safest and most comfortable environment offering the opportunity for attendees to share, listen, and communicate openly.
• Encouraging support group attendees to provide mutual support to each other based on key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• Provide peer support through connection and based on the key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• To provide information and referrals if requested or refer attendees to call the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ Helpline.
• Participation in actively maintaining the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ established system for tracking support group
• Attend monthly supervision meetings and/or additional staff meetings as
• Attend relevant training courses, webinars, and
• Maintain all records and documentation in accordance with the Association of Mental Health and Wellness’ standards and funding sources requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality of all attendees and clearly expresses to new attendees, circumstances that may cause Support Group facilitators to breach confidentiality.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: opening and closing of building

• Experience facilitating support or other types of psycho-education
• Experience and knowledge of the New York State and/or Suffolk County public mental health
• Experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis.
• Experience and knowledge of recovery and wellness, self-help and empowerment
• The ability to convey a message of hope, healing, and/or recovery for people, diagnosed with psychiatric labels and/or who are trauma
• Ability to be calm, patient, empathetic, supportive, have excellent listening skills and relate positively and enthusiastically to a diverse group of
• Exhibit sound, interpersonal & communication skills and ability to work as part of a
• Sound reading, writing, and computer

A Mental Health Rehabilitation Practitioner will establish helping relationships with 24 people who have psychiatric and co-occurring substance abuse disabilities.  The primary role of the practitioner is to assist individuals to connect with and utilize formal and natural resources critical to attaining and maintaining productive, healthy, and satisfying lifestyles. Key activities include individual rehabilitative goal planning, group work using a psycho-educational format, and teamwork with multi-disciplinary colleagues within an OMH licensed PROS program.

The successful candidate should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Persons with bi-lingual skills and personal experience are highly encouraged to apply.
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery needed.
• Applicants with personal, lived recovery experience are encouraged to apply.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is required. Candidates with Master’s degrees related to physical/mental health are also encouraged to apply.

Mission Statement: “To empower and inspire people of all communities to identify, pursue and sustain healthy, meaningful lives”.

MHAW strives to develop an authentic, diverse workforce that embraces, creates, respects and demonstrates diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in the work environment, towards one another and those we serve. We recognize that our agency is strongest when we all embrace the full spectrum of diversity and experience.  We actively seek to employ a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve.

Position:                     Mental Health Trainer- (Bi-lingual)

Salary:                         $62,000 to $65,000 per year; plus competitive benefits packages

Location & Hours:      Ronkonkoma, NY – 37.5 hours per week

Availability:                Immediate     

Position Summary:

Reports to the Community Impact Program Supervisor and works with a team of MHAW trainers to deliver mental health training; including evidence-based programming. The right candidate will be trained in Mental Health First Aid and comfortable presenting to a range of audiences, both in-person and virtually.  This forward-facing position has program delivery responsibilities which include outreach, customer service and delivery of trainings as assigned.

General Responsibilities: 

• Implement the training and outreach accordingly
• Assist with conducting project evaluation/performance assessment, data collection and reporting
• Develop collaborative partnerships with relevant community agencies and programs
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture
• Utilize data toward continuous quality improvement

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Conducting workshops, presentations, and other educational sessions for diverse audiences
• Delivering programming with fidelity to the model
• Schedule trainings and ensure coverage, as needed
• Keep the training calendar updated
• Creating and updating educational programs, workshops, and resources tailored to specific community needs
• Assessing program effectiveness, gathering feedback, and making data-driven adjustments
• Promoting educational opportunities and resources to a wide audience
• Promoting MHAW and general mental wellness in the community through presentations, poster presentations and tabling events
• Demonstrate continual progress towards achieving project goals
• Compliance with all regulatory and programmatic requirements
• Participation in all grantee in-person and virtual meetings
• Collaboration with any federally-funded resources
• Conduct meetings with the project partners on a regular basis

• Ability to effectively interact with diverse audiences
• Proven success in delivering engaging and informative presentations
• Skills to create effective learning materials and programs
• Mental Health First Aid Training Certification, preferred, including Adult, Youth and Teen
• Professional, yet engaging, training style, both in-person and online
• Previous training experience
• Previous experience with federal grants, a plus
• Experience in human services/helping professions or 2+ years related of training experience

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a highly organized and professional Office Manager to oversee administrative operations and facility management at our Riverhead location. This individual will serve as the first point of contact for the site, ensuring a welcoming and efficient environment for staff and visitors. The role includes managing facility operations, coordinating maintenance services, overseeing office supplies and equipment, and supporting staff needs as required.

General Responsibilities:

Administrative & Reception Duties

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the building, greeting all staff and guests professionally.
• Manage incoming/outgoing mail and deliveries; notify staff upon receipt of packages.
• Oversee front desk and reception area protocols, including visitor sign-in.
• Maintain and coordinate schedules for conference and training rooms.
• Coordinate business card, brochure, and printing requests with the Executive Assistant.

Facility & Operations Management

• Coordinate internal maintenance and repairs (e.g., lighting, HVAC issues, furniture or picture hanging).
• Coordinate external building services (e.g., ground keeping, carting, sprinkler system, fire extinguisher inspections, and professional cleaning).

Technology & Equipment Oversight

• Manage copier maintenance, including service requests and supply inventory.
• Monitor and distribute keys and alarm access credentials; generate access reports as needed.

Fleet & Supply Management

• Oversee maintenance of agency fleet vehicles, including activation/deactivation of gas cards, registration, inspections, and repairs.
• Coordinate accident reporting (e.g., police reports, insurance follow-up, and repair scheduling).
• Maintain inventory and ordering of office, cleaning, and kitchen supplies.
• Support kitchen cleanliness and organization, including end-of-day cleanup and weekly fridge reminders.

Document & Recordkeeping

• Maintain the document storage log and coordinate storage/retrieval requests.

Food Pantry

• Assist as needed with tasks for our Food Pantry including bagging food, distributing emergency food bags, etc.

*Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support smooth building operations.

The successful candidate should have a polished and professional presence for our Administrative building and possess the following skills and abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Professional presence with strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), Zoom, Teams, and other virtual meeting platforms.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable and self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The VP of Clinical Quality and Excellence will be responsible for the oversight of all Association for Mental Health and Wellness (MHAW) clinically oriented services, residing under current and future programs.  This is a high-level management position that requires extensive clinical experience, experience leading quality improvement a belief in and commitment to Person Centered Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Recovery initiatives, which is incorporated into clinical service delivery. The position will require an affinity for strategic thinking and problem solving in the course of day-to-day clinical operations.

Responsibilities typical of the position include strategy focused on: best practices, clinical outcomes, quality of services, management of clinical personnel, and, census and revenue growth, regulatory compliance. The VP of Clinical Quality and Excellence reports directly to the CEO and works in collaboration with Programmatic Supervisors and Directors, along with clinicians, Psychiatrist/Nurse Practitioners, and fiscal/billing staff to ensure that all resources in the programs are being used to best serve clients’ needs.

The VP of Clinical Quality and Excellence individual will lead and manage a comprehensive continuous quality improvement plan to ensure the successful implementation of all agency programs.

The VP of Clinical Quality and Excellence will also be actively involved in strategic planning activities, quality assurance initiatives, and supporting the ongoing development of staff competencies and performance and providing leadership and direction in planning for the development and growth of clinical services to best meet the evolving needs of communities and ensuring that all programs operate according to our values and empower people and communities to pursue and sustain healthy and enriched lives.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Monitor and respond to cross-program deliverables (census enrollment, service delivery, program regulations, revenue)
• Development and submission of monthly and quarterly outcomes reports
• Coordination of clinical resources across programs to inform scheduling, identification of anticipated needs, efficient utilization of staff and clinician time
• Coordination of clinical supervision for clinical service providers
• Development/Coordination of staff training
• Development/Revision of clinical services workflows
• Oversight of QA and QI processes
• Oversee and monitor the development and implementation of the quality improvement program.
• Document and report improvement activities within the organization, maintaining clear and accurate records.
• Plan, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate QI training sessions, including curriculum development, agenda setting, and facilitator management.
• Contribute expertise on quality improvement frameworks, such as PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) and Stages of Change, and ensure staff are trained in these models
• Analyze training effectiveness, gather feedback, and continually improve QI training offerings.
• Oversee and manage the incident management process, ensuring that incidents are identified, reported, investigated, and resolved in accordance with agency policies.
• Ensure timely and thorough documentation of incidents and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Monitor incident trends and provide feedback to leadership on areas for improvement in incident prevention and response.
• Applicant must demonstrate the ability to adhere to agency policy and procedures of regulatory bodies and funders.
• Conduct case record reviews and Audit for compliance with regulatory and best practice standards to assess quality case practice and model fidelity.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data, records, and reports to monitor program performance.
• Comply with all federal, state, and agency security and privacy policies intended to protect client confidentiality and client health information.

Supervision:

• Coordination of Clinical services meetings.
• Oversight of clinical admissions, discharges and transitions (inter program).
• Task Supervision of Prescribers (Caseload assignment etc.).
• Oversight of clinical administrative support staff.
• Lead efforts to implement system improvements based on QI data and findings.
• Utilize problem-solving, leadership, conflict management, and team-building skills to ensure a productive work environment and the achievement of organizational goals.

The successful candidate should possess the following skills and abilities:

• Master’s degree from a qualified, clinical Graduate program in a Behavioral Health/Human Service field; with an active NYS licensure in the following LPHA disciplines: LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT, LPA; and at least 8 year’s post-Master’s and licensed experience and 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Excellent inter-personal communication, including the ability to model, train, and supervise practitioners in establishing empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and substance abuse disabilities and trauma; Strong communication skills with health professionals is also required.
• Experience with providing clinical and managerial supervision for clinical program staff who deliver direct services and administrative support.
• Experience with clinical service delivery to individuals with Co-Occurring (MH/SU) challenges
• Experience with Treatment/Service planning and record-keeping in a psychiatric rehabilitation, person centered practice and recovery-directed framework; sound knowledge of the Behavioral Health services system (OMH, OASAS).
• Excellent documentation skills and demonstrated proficiency in use of an Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Excellent organizational, time management and computer/technology skills.
• Understanding and Commitment to Corporate Compliance; as identified in organizational and programmatic protocols, regulatory statutes (local, state, federal) and educational requirements.
• Ability to provide cultural and linguistically appropriate services.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Valid New York Driver’s License and meets the criteria to be an agency driver.

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a New York State Certified Peer Specialist or an individual in the process of obtaining certification to join our CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) Program. We are looking for an individual with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, and/or recovery who is passionate about helping others on their recovery journey.

Peer Specialists at MHAW establish positive, strength-based, and empowering relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build meaningful, healthy, and fulfilling lives.

This is not a clinical position, as it is reserved for a trained Peer Specialist who draws on lived experience to support and promote recovery. Responsibilities and tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individualized peer support and coaching to individuals affected by psychiatric diagnoses, substance use, or trauma.
• Co-create person-centered care plans aligned with each individual’s goals and recovery journey.
• Facilitate and/or co-facilitate activities, peer support groups, community outings, and workshops that promote engagement, learning, and wellness.
• Foster safe, inclusive environments that encourage social connection and mutual support.
• Support individuals in identifying and utilizing community resources to enhance independence and community integration.
• Assist participants in developing coping strategies, recognizing triggers, and minimizing the negative effects of symptoms.
• Promote and assist with advocacy related to entitlements such as food, clothing, housing, and other benefits.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Adapt to a dynamic work environment and demonstrate flexibility as daily priorities shift.

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and/or substance use recovery
• New York State Peer Specialist Certification; provisional certification considered
• Minimum one year of direct service experience supporting individuals with psychiatric diagnoses or trauma histories preferred
• Excellent listening, empathy, and communication skills with the ability to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized with strong time management skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and social media).
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License and access to an insured, NYS-registered passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Knowledge of behavioral health systems, Health Homes, HARP, SPA housing, and public entitlements.
• Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

The CORE (Community Oriented Recovery and Empowerment) licensed provider will provide direct (face-to-face) mobile services to individuals with mental health and substance use disorders in community settings across Suffolk County. This is a meaningful, flexible role for a clinician who thrives outside the traditional office — meeting clients where they are and making a real difference in their daily lives.

The CORE provider will provide time-limited, goal-directed support and solution-focused interventions to help clients achieve person-centered goals. MHAW offers mileage reimbursement for community travel and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from a person-centered perspective, the CORE provider will Identify strategies or treatment options associated with the individual’s behavioral health disorder, with the goal of minimizing the negative effects of mental illness symptoms or emotional disturbances or associated environmental stressors
• Provide individuals and their families with supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, emotional and behavioral management, and problem behavior analysis
• Facilitate active participation in and utilization of person centered, strengths-based planning and treatment approaches
• Support the individual in recognizing and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that would risk their remaining in their natural community setting
• Implement evidence-based and best practice interventions drawn from established psychotherapeutic modalities.
• Aid the individual, family members or other significant supports that may be directly affected by, or who may influence the individual’s condition.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with MHAW standards and funding requirements.
• Attend weekly supervision, staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.

• Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, RN, Psychologist, LMFT, or Certified Rehabilitation Counselor [CRC]) with a minimum of one (3) year of post-licensure experience working with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders; community-based experience preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build empathic, empowering relationships with individuals affected by psychiatric or substance use disorders, trauma, and/or co-occurring physical health conditions.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with health and behavioral health professionals.
• Commitment to providing culturally and linguistically responsive services.
• Strong understanding of recovery and wellness principles, including the importance of family involvement and self-help strategies.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and technology skills, including proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs).
• Working knowledge of Health Homes, HARP, and SPA housing programs.
• Bilingual candidates and individuals with lived experience of personal recovery are strongly encouraged to apply
• Current professional license in good standing.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• A reliable, self-motivated professional with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided.

Join the Association for Mental Health & Wellness and make a lasting difference in people’s lives. As an IPS Employment Specialist, you will empower individuals in recovery from serious mental illness to secure meaningful employment of their choice—and support those already working to grow and thrive in their careers. Using the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model, you will be a driving force in helping people build independence, confidence, and purpose through work. If you are mission-driven, relationship-oriented, and ready to do meaningful work in the community, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete all required training in the 8 key principles of IPS and implement the model with fidelity
• Provide Systematic Job Development– Successful implementation of IPS involves a high level of partnership with local employers through systematic job development and networking by the employment specialist
  • Develop and sustain connections and relationships in the business community
  • Educate prospective employers about recovery and the benefits of work for people in recovery

• Benefits Counseling– IPS Employment Specialists will receive training to provide benefits counseling for individuals in rehabilitation programs, supporting them with navigating work incentives.
• Ensure Rapid Job Search- It is an expectation that individuals who have identified employment as a goal will immediately be linked with employment support, whether through rehabilitation staff in the CORE program or through the IPS Employment Specialist
• Uplift Individual preferences- IPS is a person-centered model, meaning that everyone is engaged in a person-centered planning process to identify their preferences related to jobs and employment
• Maintain a caseload of 16-18 CORE clients in meaningful, productive and supportive relationships
• The Employment/IPS Specialist will provide onsite, telehealth and community-based services to meet the needs of the client
  • Provide both in-person and community-based services
  • Provide employment-related assistance via telehealth and face-to-face, both onsite and in the community.
  • A minimum of 51% of service time is delivered off-site, fostering authentic community connections

The ideal candidate brings a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals through work. They should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Experience/comfort with utilizing multiple Telehealth platforms for video conferencing.
• Have flexibility to work in office facilitating groups and creativity in conducting remote groups.
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery are needed.
• Knowledge/interest in working with young adults, particularly those navigating early recovery, is a plus.
• We strongly encourage applicants with personal, lived recovery experience to apply — your perspective is valued and makes a difference.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus.
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional experience in human services (paid or unpaid)
• An ability to travel independently, or with reasonable accommodations, throughout the community and outreach with local employers
• Bi-lingual, English/Spanish a plus.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in a human services or health-related discipline with at least two years of relevant experience is required. Candidates holding master’s degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager will assist with navigating complex systems of care, build supportive relationships and developing individualized person centered care plans to help individuals meet their overall health and wellness goals. The Health Home Plus Care Manager would serve those adults, 18 and over with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) who have experienced multiple hospitalizations, criminal justice involvement, homelessness, and/or have active Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) orders. Work is done primarily in the community and the position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would have a mixed caseload comprised of both Health Home Plus and Health Home clients. The Health Home Plus Adult Care Manager would deliver 4 services per month to their high acuity members; 2 in person and 2 telehealth.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health, and social services based on consumer-driven needs assessment and service plan;
• Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication.
• Provide support to ACM team and clients when case coverage is needed
• Maintenance of accurate records and following Department of Health, Office of Mental Health, Health Home and agency policies and guidelines
• Participation in team meetings, supervision, Adult Care Management staff meetings and agency meetings

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience working directly with the SMI population. Candidates with Master’s degree and one years’ experience s are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Two years’ experience in providing direct services to people with Serious Mental Illness (SMI); developmental disabilities or substance use
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance use challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the person’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of social supports including family and self-help; PROS, etc.;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs;
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

State Aid Care Managers establish supportive, helping relationships with people who do not have Medicaid, or transition in and out of Medicaid eligibility. These individuals have significant mental health needs and may have also experienced trauma and have physical health and/or substance abuse challenges. State Aid Care Managers assist in achieving improved overall health and social functioning. Work is done primarily in the community and position entails travel throughout Suffolk County. Agency vehicles can often be used but a safe, personal auto and a clean NYS Driver’s License are required; mileage reimbursement provided. Care Managers work in teams and receive weekly supervision, extensive training opportunities and as much support as needed. Great working environment; laptops and cell phones provided.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and monitoring behavioral, physical health and social services for those with serious and persistent mental illness, work is based on consumer-driven needs assessment and care plan.
•  Building and monitoring linkages with natural supports and formal community resources including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation, self-help, and social service providers.
• Providing supportive, recovery and wellness-directed coaching and counseling in-person and via telephone communication to a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients.
• Development and implementation of outreach strategies to engage State Aid target communities/clients ensuring alignment with agency and program goals.
• Forging relationships and establishing provider & community contacts to build the State Aid roster.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is preferred. Candidates with Master’s degrees are strongly encouraged to apply.
•  Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric, substance abuse challenges, trauma as well as chronic physical health conditions;
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with professionals involved in the consumer’s care;
• Understanding of the key elements of recovery and wellness, including the role of family and self-help;
• Sound organizational skills including computer skills (agency uses electronic health records, multiple IT platforms).
• Basic knowledge of the public health/mental health system, public entitlement and social service programs.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Supportive Housing Case Managers build meaningful, collaborative relationships with individuals living with psychiatric disabilities within our OMH Supportive Housing Program. Your primary goal is to empower residents to access the formal services and natural community supports essential for maintaining a healthy, independent, and productive lifestyle.

As a key member of our direct service team, you will provide hands-on support that furthers the mission of the Association for Mental Health & Wellness. This role focuses on high-quality direct care and collaborative teamwork to ensure our residents thrive.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• To provide regular scheduled Peer Support visits to OMH Supportive Housing Residents identified by direct supervisor. The Peer Specialist may also be asked to reach out to residents who are struggling with any barriers to wellness and living independently to assist them to identify and use appropriate strategies and access resources.
• To provide transportation and support to residents in the OMH Supportive Housing Program to help to ensure the understanding of the outcomes of medical or mental health care appointments. Assist in obtaining any relevant documentation from any appointments with these providers, as well as helping to ensure that any follow-up appointments are scheduled.
• To provide individual contacts with OMH SH residents that serve to support the resident’s success in living independently. To accurately record these individual contacts on the SH daily encounter log.
• To generate and maintain documentation of individual services in our electronic health record in a manner that is timely and consistent with expected protocols provided in training and supervision.

• Experience with and knowledge of the New York State and Suffolk County public mental health system. Knowledge of advocacy, self-help and empowerment programs for recipients of mental health services.
• The ability to convey a message of hope and recovery for people with psychiatric disabilities in presentations to providers of mental health services.
• To act in a manner that exemplifies positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of a recovery directed program culture.
• To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to Peer Support Values, Recovery and Wellness and healthy boundaries.
• Planning, organizing and attention to detail

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Human Resources Administrator to support the daily operations of our HR department. This role works closely with and provides administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and the Chief People and Experience Officer, helping to ensure efficient, compliant, and employee-centered HR services across the organization.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and knowledgeable in HR processes, with strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the HR Generalist and Chief People and Experience Officer
• Support recruitment efforts, including but not limited to posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing employment documentation and facilitating new hire orientation
• Provide guidance to employees on timekeeping procedures, including the proper use of timecards and time tracking systems
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee inquiries
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, employment history, and performance documentation
• Generate HR reports and assist with audits and compliance-related documentation
• Support employee training and development initiatives
• Maintain and update HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and produce reports as needed
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Assist in addressing employee relations matters and escalate issues when appropriate
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Coordinate and assist with performance appraisal processes
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, regulations, and organizational policies
• Perform general administrative duties, including maintaining employee files, processing mail, and entering employee data into HR systems

Required Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of HRIS and HR-related software systems
• Understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Experience with benefits administration preferred
• Exposure to recruitment and talent management processes

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 3 years of experience in HR administration or a related role

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally

The Friends & Family Support Group Facilitator is an individual with lived experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis. The facilitator creates a safe and structured environment that is centered in confidential and empathic interaction between members. The leader will guide members toward understanding diagnosis, coping skills, ways to care for themselves, while supporting loved ones with mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Keep attendance records and submit them to supervisor weekly
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture.
• Practice Development:
  • To continually seek to enhance one’s skills, proficiency, philosophy, and practical understanding in all areas pertinent to peer support
  • To compile and share relevant resources with support group attendees and program
• Creating and maintaining the safest and most comfortable environment offering the opportunity for attendees to share, listen, and communicate openly.
• Encouraging support group attendees to provide mutual support to each other based on key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• Provide peer support through connection and based on the key principles of respect, shared responsibility, and mutual agreement of what is helpful.
• To provide information and referrals if requested or refer attendees to call the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ Helpline.
• Participation in actively maintaining the Association for Mental Health and Wellness’ established system for tracking support group
• Attend monthly supervision meetings and/or additional staff meetings as
• Attend relevant training courses, webinars, and
• Maintain all records and documentation in accordance with the Association of Mental Health and Wellness’ standards and funding sources requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality of all attendees and clearly expresses to new attendees, circumstances that may cause Support Group facilitators to breach confidentiality.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: opening and closing of building

• Experience facilitating support or other types of psycho-education
• Experience and knowledge of the New York State and/or Suffolk County public mental health
• Experience supporting a loved one with a mental health diagnosis.
• Experience and knowledge of recovery and wellness, self-help and empowerment
• The ability to convey a message of hope, healing, and/or recovery for people, diagnosed with psychiatric labels and/or who are trauma
• Ability to be calm, patient, empathetic, supportive, have excellent listening skills and relate positively and enthusiastically to a diverse group of
• Exhibit sound, interpersonal & communication skills and ability to work as part of a
• Sound reading, writing, and computer

A Mental Health Rehabilitation Practitioner will establish helping relationships with 24 people who have psychiatric and co-occurring substance abuse disabilities.  The primary role of the practitioner is to assist individuals to connect with and utilize formal and natural resources critical to attaining and maintaining productive, healthy, and satisfying lifestyles. Key activities include individual rehabilitative goal planning, group work using a psycho-educational format, and teamwork with multi-disciplinary colleagues within an OMH licensed PROS program.

The successful candidate should possess or be quickly able to acquire the following skills and abilities:

• Persons with bi-lingual skills and personal experience are highly encouraged to apply.
• Excellent inter-personal communication including the ability to establish empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and co-occurring disabilities and trauma
• Sound communication and organizational skills
• Strong computer skills as an electronic record and e-health information exchange is used daily
• Basic knowledge of the public health/behavioral health system, public entitlements, and psychiatric recovery needed.
• Applicants with personal, lived recovery experience are encouraged to apply.
• Training and understanding in substance abuse and/or learning disabilities a plus
• Knowledge and experience with Cognitive Behavioral practice is a plus
• Knowledge/interest in Dual Diagnosis recovery a plus

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in a human service/health discipline and two years’ experience is required. Candidates with Master’s degrees related to physical/mental health are also encouraged to apply.

Mission Statement: “To empower and inspire people of all communities to identify, pursue and sustain healthy, meaningful lives”.

MHAW strives to develop an authentic, diverse workforce that embraces, creates, respects and demonstrates diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in the work environment, towards one another and those we serve. We recognize that our agency is strongest when we all embrace the full spectrum of diversity and experience.  We actively seek to employ a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve.

Position:                     Mental Health Trainer- (Bi-lingual)

Salary:                         $62,000 to $65,000 per year; plus competitive benefits packages

Location & Hours:      Ronkonkoma, NY – 37.5 hours per week

Availability:                Immediate     

Position Summary:

Reports to the Community Impact Program Supervisor and works with a team of MHAW trainers to deliver mental health training; including evidence-based programming. The right candidate will be trained in Mental Health First Aid and comfortable presenting to a range of audiences, both in-person and virtually.  This forward-facing position has program delivery responsibilities which include outreach, customer service and delivery of trainings as assigned.

General Responsibilities: 

• Implement the training and outreach accordingly
• Assist with conducting project evaluation/performance assessment, data collection and reporting
• Develop collaborative partnerships with relevant community agencies and programs
• Act in a manner that exemplifies professional leadership with positive morale, role modeling, and judgment in the promotion of an empowering, person-centered program culture
• Utilize data toward continuous quality improvement

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Conducting workshops, presentations, and other educational sessions for diverse audiences
• Delivering programming with fidelity to the model
• Schedule trainings and ensure coverage, as needed
• Keep the training calendar updated
• Creating and updating educational programs, workshops, and resources tailored to specific community needs
• Assessing program effectiveness, gathering feedback, and making data-driven adjustments
• Promoting educational opportunities and resources to a wide audience
• Promoting MHAW and general mental wellness in the community through presentations, poster presentations and tabling events
• Demonstrate continual progress towards achieving project goals
• Compliance with all regulatory and programmatic requirements
• Participation in all grantee in-person and virtual meetings
• Collaboration with any federally-funded resources
• Conduct meetings with the project partners on a regular basis

• Ability to effectively interact with diverse audiences
• Proven success in delivering engaging and informative presentations
• Skills to create effective learning materials and programs
• Mental Health First Aid Training Certification, preferred, including Adult, Youth and Teen
• Professional, yet engaging, training style, both in-person and online
• Previous training experience
• Previous experience with federal grants, a plus
• Experience in human services/helping professions or 2+ years related of training experience

The Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a highly organized and professional Office Manager to oversee administrative operations and facility management at our Riverhead location. This individual will serve as the first point of contact for the site, ensuring a welcoming and efficient environment for staff and visitors. The role includes managing facility operations, coordinating maintenance services, overseeing office supplies and equipment, and supporting staff needs as required.

General Responsibilities:

Administrative & Reception Duties

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the building, greeting all staff and guests professionally.
• Manage incoming/outgoing mail and deliveries; notify staff upon receipt of packages.
• Oversee front desk and reception area protocols, including visitor sign-in.
• Maintain and coordinate schedules for conference and training rooms.
• Coordinate business card, brochure, and printing requests with the Executive Assistant.

Facility & Operations Management

• Coordinate internal maintenance and repairs (e.g., lighting, HVAC issues, furniture or picture hanging).
• Coordinate external building services (e.g., ground keeping, carting, sprinkler system, fire extinguisher inspections, and professional cleaning).

Technology & Equipment Oversight

• Manage copier maintenance, including service requests and supply inventory.
• Monitor and distribute keys and alarm access credentials; generate access reports as needed.

Fleet & Supply Management

• Oversee maintenance of agency fleet vehicles, including activation/deactivation of gas cards, registration, inspections, and repairs.
• Coordinate accident reporting (e.g., police reports, insurance follow-up, and repair scheduling).
• Maintain inventory and ordering of office, cleaning, and kitchen supplies.
• Support kitchen cleanliness and organization, including end-of-day cleanup and weekly fridge reminders.

Document & Recordkeeping

• Maintain the document storage log and coordinate storage/retrieval requests.

Food Pantry

• Assist as needed with tasks for our Food Pantry including bagging food, distributing emergency food bags, etc.

*Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support smooth building operations.

The successful candidate should have a polished and professional presence for our Administrative building and possess the following skills and abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Professional presence with strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), Zoom, Teams, and other virtual meeting platforms.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable and self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The VP of Clinical Quality and Excellence will be responsible for the oversight of all Association for Mental Health and Wellness (MHAW) clinically oriented services, residing under current and future programs.  This is a high-level management position that requires extensive clinical experience, experience leading quality improvement a belief in and commitment to Person Centered Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Recovery initiatives, which is incorporated into clinical service delivery. The position will require an affinity for strategic thinking and problem solving in the course of day-to-day clinical operations.

Responsibilities typical of the position include strategy focused on: best practices, clinical outcomes, quality of services, management of clinical personnel, and, census and revenue growth, regulatory compliance. The VP of Clinical Quality and Excellence reports directly to the CEO and works in collaboration with Programmatic Supervisors and Directors, along with clinicians, Psychiatrist/Nurse Practitioners, and fiscal/billing staff to ensure that all resources in the programs are being used to best serve clients’ needs.

The VP of Clinical Quality and Excellence individual will lead and manage a comprehensive continuous quality improvement plan to ensure the successful implementation of all agency programs.

The VP of Clinical Quality and Excellence will also be actively involved in strategic planning activities, quality assurance initiatives, and supporting the ongoing development of staff competencies and performance and providing leadership and direction in planning for the development and growth of clinical services to best meet the evolving needs of communities and ensuring that all programs operate according to our values and empower people and communities to pursue and sustain healthy and enriched lives.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Monitor and respond to cross-program deliverables (census enrollment, service delivery, program regulations, revenue)
• Development and submission of monthly and quarterly outcomes reports
• Coordination of clinical resources across programs to inform scheduling, identification of anticipated needs, efficient utilization of staff and clinician time
• Coordination of clinical supervision for clinical service providers
• Development/Coordination of staff training
• Development/Revision of clinical services workflows
• Oversight of QA and QI processes
• Oversee and monitor the development and implementation of the quality improvement program.
• Document and report improvement activities within the organization, maintaining clear and accurate records.
• Plan, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate QI training sessions, including curriculum development, agenda setting, and facilitator management.
• Contribute expertise on quality improvement frameworks, such as PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) and Stages of Change, and ensure staff are trained in these models
• Analyze training effectiveness, gather feedback, and continually improve QI training offerings.
• Oversee and manage the incident management process, ensuring that incidents are identified, reported, investigated, and resolved in accordance with agency policies.
• Ensure timely and thorough documentation of incidents and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Monitor incident trends and provide feedback to leadership on areas for improvement in incident prevention and response.
• Applicant must demonstrate the ability to adhere to agency policy and procedures of regulatory bodies and funders.
• Conduct case record reviews and Audit for compliance with regulatory and best practice standards to assess quality case practice and model fidelity.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data, records, and reports to monitor program performance.
• Comply with all federal, state, and agency security and privacy policies intended to protect client confidentiality and client health information.

Supervision:

• Coordination of Clinical services meetings.
• Oversight of clinical admissions, discharges and transitions (inter program).
• Task Supervision of Prescribers (Caseload assignment etc.).
• Oversight of clinical administrative support staff.
• Lead efforts to implement system improvements based on QI data and findings.
• Utilize problem-solving, leadership, conflict management, and team-building skills to ensure a productive work environment and the achievement of organizational goals.

The successful candidate should possess the following skills and abilities:

• Master’s degree from a qualified, clinical Graduate program in a Behavioral Health/Human Service field; with an active NYS licensure in the following LPHA disciplines: LCSW, LMHC, LCAT, LMFT, LPA; and at least 8 year’s post-Master’s and licensed experience and 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Excellent inter-personal communication, including the ability to model, train, and supervise practitioners in establishing empathic, empowering relationships with people who have experienced psychiatric and substance abuse disabilities and trauma; Strong communication skills with health professionals is also required.
• Experience with providing clinical and managerial supervision for clinical program staff who deliver direct services and administrative support.
• Experience with clinical service delivery to individuals with Co-Occurring (MH/SU) challenges
• Experience with Treatment/Service planning and record-keeping in a psychiatric rehabilitation, person centered practice and recovery-directed framework; sound knowledge of the Behavioral Health services system (OMH, OASAS).
• Excellent documentation skills and demonstrated proficiency in use of an Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Excellent organizational, time management and computer/technology skills.
• Understanding and Commitment to Corporate Compliance; as identified in organizational and programmatic protocols, regulatory statutes (local, state, federal) and educational requirements.
• Ability to provide cultural and linguistically appropriate services.
• Candidate must be a reliable self-starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Valid New York Driver’s License and meets the criteria to be an agency driver.

Mission Statement: “To empower and inspire people of all communities to identify, pursue and sustain healthy, meaningful lives”.

MHAW strives to develop an authentic, diverse workforce that embraces, creates, respects and demonstrates diversity, equity, and inclusiveness in the work environment, towards one another and those we serve. We recognize that our agency is strongest when we all embrace the full spectrum of diversity and experience. We actively seek to employ a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve.

Position:           Chief Financial Officer

Salary:               $150,000 to $170,000 per year- Exempt

Hours:               Monday- Friday; 8:30am- 4:30pm

Locations:         Ronkonkoma, NY

Association for Mental Health and Wellness is seeking a Nonprofit CFO (Chief Financial Officer) to manage the financial operations of the agency, ensuring the agency’s financial health and sustainability. This role will oversee all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and fiscal compliance requirements. The Nonprofit CFO will work closely with the CEO (Chief Executive Officer) and the Board of Directors to develop and implement strategies that support the agency’s mission and goals.

Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Financial Management

• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the agency’s mission and goals
• Manage and oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records, including the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and other financial systems
• Prepare and present financial reports to the CEO and Board of Directors, providing analysis and recommendations as needed
• Ensure compliance with all financial reporting and regulatory requirements, including tax filings, audits, and other reporting requirements
• Develops and maintains systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets; including establishing controls over financial reporting, fraud prevention, and disclosure
• Ensures that finance staff maintains financial record systems in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and monitors the use of all funds
• Manage relationships with external partners, including banks, auditors, and other financial service providers

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Develop and oversee the annual budgeting process, working closely with program leadership to develop realistic and achievable budgets
• Prepares operating budgets for Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) and participates in grant proposal writing and reports as requested
• Monitor actual performance against budget and provide regular updates and analysis to the CEO and Board of Directors
• Develop and maintain financial forecasting models that support long-term financial planning and decision-making

Strategic Planning and Leadership

• Work closely with the CEO and Executive leadership to develop and implement strategic plans and goals that support the organization’s mission and vision
• Lead the Finance Committee, collaborating with other committee members to provide strategic financial guidance and support to the organization
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team (Accounting, Billing, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable) , fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development
• Responsible for the supervision of the Coordinator of Facilities and Maintenance and the oversight of Housing Program operations
• Oversee project for on-time delivery form outside vendors; IT, data warehouse, building and maintenance
• Collaborate with other program leadership to develop and implement strategies that support the organization’s mission and goals; driving program sustainability and growth

Board Relations and Reporting

• Report on the financial performance of the agency to the Board of Directors, including regular updates on budget performance, forecasts, and financial risks and opportunities
• Collaborate with the CEO and Board of Directors to develop and implement financial policies and procedures that align with the agency’s values and strategic goals
• Represent the agency at internal and external events and meetings, providing financial guidance and support as needed

Tax Filing and Compliance

• Oversee all tax filings and compliance requirements, ensuring that the agency is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of federal, state and managed care reimbursement payment methodologies, including: contractual accounting, payment calculations, billing requirements and compliance issues
• Manage relationships with external auditors and other financial service providers to ensure compliance with all reporting and regulatory requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and/or its equivalent required, CPA preferred.
• Minimum ten years’ in a CFO role required
• Behavioral health/healthcare experience preferred
• Knowledge of Health Insurance, including Medicaid, Medicare and MCO’s required; Behavioral Health billing a plus
• Experience working with finance and accounting software packages; knowledge of Fund EZ nonprofit accounting software preferred

• Proven track record of successful financial management, including experience developing and implementing financial strategies, managing budgets, and overseeing financial reporting and compliance

• Must have knowledge with specific funding sources: OMH, OTDA, HUD
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Exceptional organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail are essential
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills required
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, handle multiple assignments, and work with resourcefulness and efficiency in a fast-paced and changing environment
• A commitment to supporting psychiatric recovery and emotional healing and wellness