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Susquehanna University

Peer Specialist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40K - $45K/yr

Peer Specialists intentionally use language in the service of listening to understand and making space for complex personal stories of recovery and resilience. * Advocacy: Peer Specialists advocate ...

Susquehanna University

Peer Specialist

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Peer Specialists intentionally use language in the service of listening to understand and making space for complex personal stories of recovery and resilience. * Advocacy: Peer Specialists advocate ...

Susquehanna University

Peer Specialist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$40K - $45K/yr

Peer Specialists intentionally use language in the service of listening to understand and making space for complex personal stories of recovery and resilience. * Advocacy: Peer Specialists advocate ...

Susquehanna University

Peer Specialist

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$40K - $50K/yr

Peer Specialists intentionally use language in the service of listening to understand and making space for complex personal stories of recovery and resilience. • Advocacy: Peer Specialists advocate ...

Wilkes Community College

Peer Mentor

Wilkesboro, NC · On-site

$15/hr

Listen actively and provide constructive feedback when needed. Meet with peer mentor supervisor bi-weekly. * Resource Referral: Direct students to appropriate campus services (e.g., tutoring ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for peer listener in the United States is $20.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a peer listener?

Peer Listeners are trained individuals, often students or volunteers, who provide confidential, non-judgmental support to others facing personal, academic, or emotional challenges. They are not professional counselors, but they are equipped with active listening skills and resources to help peers navigate difficult situations. Peer Listeners can offer empathy, understanding, and guidance, and may refer individuals to additional support services if needed. Their goal is to create a safe space for open conversation and emotional support.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a peer listener?

To thrive as a Peer Listener, you need strong active listening skills, empathy, and a basic understanding of mental health or support frameworks, often backed by relevant training or orientation programs. Familiarity with confidentiality protocols, crisis intervention techniques, and digital communication platforms is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, nonjudgmental attitudes, and the ability to maintain boundaries help Peer Listeners build trust and provide effective support. These skills are crucial for creating a safe, supportive space where individuals feel heard and guided toward appropriate resources.

What challenges do peer listeners face and how can they manage them?

Peer Listeners often encounter emotionally charged conversations, confidentiality concerns, and situations where a peer's needs exceed their training. It's important to maintain healthy boundaries, actively listen without offering direct advice, and know when to refer someone to professional resources. Regular supervision, debriefing sessions with supervisors, and ongoing training can help Peer Listeners manage stress and continue providing effective support.

What is the difference between Peer Listener vs Peer Support Specialist?

AspectPeer ListenerPeer Support Specialist
CredentialsOften requires lived experience, certifications varyTypically requires certification or training in peer support
Work EnvironmentCommunity settings, mental health facilitiesHealthcare facilities, community programs
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, mental health organizationsHospitals, clinics, mental health agencies
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding peer roles, support servicesProfessional support roles, certification requirements

Peer Listeners and Peer Support Specialists both leverage lived experience to assist others, but Peer Support Specialists often require formal certification and work in more structured healthcare settings. Peer Listeners typically focus on providing empathetic listening in community environments, while Peer Support Specialists may have additional responsibilities and credentials. Both roles are vital in mental health support networks.

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Infographic showing various Peer Listener job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 21% Full Time, 78% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,452 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Peer Specialist

Services For The Underserved, Inc.

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$40K - $45K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Services for the UnderServed rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Min
USD $40,000.00/Yr.
Max
USD $45,000.00/Yr.
Position Overview
S:US is seeking a Peer Specialist for our adult families' shelter in Brooklyn.
This position is located at New York, NY 10016
The Peer Specialist will:
  • Outreach/Engagement/Bridge Building: Helping to facilitate engagement with teams by forging strong connections with participants and families, undertaking outreach activities designed to promote community awareness of S:US services, encouraging help-seeking, and at times serving as a bridge between team members and participants when they experience ambivalence about treatment.
  • Relationship Building: Developing authentic, meaningful relationships with individuals and families through empathy, sharing experiences, listening and collaborating with genuine curiosity and interest.
  • Embracing Creative Narratives: Peer Specialists need to be able to understand, share and discuss multiple frameworks for understanding life experiences such as psychosis with participants and the rest of the S:US team. Peer Specialists intentionally use language in the service of listening to understand and making space for complex personal stories of recovery and resilience.
  • Advocacy: Peer Specialists advocate with and for program participants both in the larger community and on the team.
  • Co-Creating Support and Wellness Tools: Collaborate with participants to clarify their personal visions and develop their wellness toolkit. Along with other team members, Peer Specialists support participants in strengthening their self-awareness, building life skills, and connecting to resources and community outside of the S:US team.
  • Influencing Team Culture: Whenever possible, positively influencing the team culture by advocating for clients, promoting a youth friendly approach and encouraging the use of recovery-oriented language. S:US Peer Specialists also work actively within the team itself to help build an environment that operates from a belief in the human potential to grow and an understanding of human diversity.
  • Team Communication: Peer Specialists maintain open and frequent communication with the team. This includes reporting safety and other concerns to the team. Peer Specialists will also keep notes on visits with program participants as required by the provider agency. In the spirit of peer support, co-collaborating on reporting with the program participant is encouraged.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED or 2 years of experience working in a large residential/institutional setting with a special needs population is required.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required.
  • Must have patience, creativity, flexibility, compassion, and sensitivity to persons with mental health and substance abuse issues and criminal court involvement.
  • NYS Driver's License preferred.

Company Overview
S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on ourBenefits Page and see how S:US invests in you.
We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at MyMedicalLeave@sus.org.
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2026-18615
Work Location
In Person

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