Amergis Healthcare Staffing is partnered with a much respected facility in Amherst MA who is currently seeking Peer Counselors to assist them at their Independent Living Facility.

Details of the position include:

Location: Amherst, MA

Duration: 13 weeks to start, but strong chance of extension

Facility Type: Independent Living Facility

Openings:

• 8a-6p Mon-Fri

Start Date: Two weeks from offer

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• Meet with individuals with disabilities (consumers) to evaluate and understand their needs.

• Inform consumers about various available programs to assist in applying for and/or maintaining appropriate benefits and resources, such as vocational rehabilitation, social services, MassHealth, Medicare, etc.

• Coordinate and/or provide various independent living life skills training, peer counseling, and advocacy.

• Assist consumers in developing an Independent Living Plan (ILP)

• Work with consumers, the community and local agencies to broaden awareness of organization services.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Ability to work independently with little direct supervision.

• Ability to establish and maintain positive professional business relationships with the branch level leadership and office staff.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Experience with Microsoft office required.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have regarding the positions. Thank you!

Tyler daRosa | Amergis Healthcare Services

Recruiter| Government Services

781-400-8283 Office | 866-941-7397 Fax

tydarosa@amergis.com

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.