Certified Peer Specialist

Penndel Mental Health Center; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate individual to support those with mental health challenges. This role involves providing peer support, enhancing community integration, and promoting recovery. The ideal candidate will have firsthand experience with the recovery process and be certified as a Peer Specialist. With a mix of office and remote work, this position offers a supportive environment for personal growth and professional development. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with mental health diagnoses.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Retirement Plan (403b)

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with mental illness or disabilities.
• Completion of Certified Peer Specialist Training.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer instruction and support related to recovery resources.
• Assist consumers in connecting with community resources.
• Conduct individual and group support sessions.

Skills

Peer Support

Community Integration

Recovery Process Knowledge

Education

Certified Peer Specialist Training

Job description

Job Description

$1,000 signing bonus

We are seeking a passionate individual to work with individuals diagnosed with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or substance use disorders.

The Specialist provides supportive services to consumers of various PMHC programs, as directed.

The primary role involves offering social support and enhancing community integration opportunities for consumers. This position is suitable for someone with direct consumer experience, firsthand knowledge of the recovery process, and who has completed the Certified Peer Specialist Training authorized by Bucks County Behavioral Health Services.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide peer instruction and support related to recovery resources, linkages, and daily activities as outlined in individualized service plans.
2. Assist consumers in connecting with community resources and accompany them to social opportunities.
3. Promote community integration and normalization.
4. Apply strengths-based and recovery-oriented treatment models.
5. Conduct individual and group support and education sessions.
6. Maintain a focus on personal recovery and strengths.

Benefits:

We offer competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees. We support personal growth by reimbursing up to 1% of salary for continuing education. We also provide access to educational opportunities through partnerships with local colleges and universities. Full-time staff enjoy vacation, sick, and personal leave, and can invest in their retirement via a 403b plan. Our licensed professionals offer supervision and training opportunities.

Positions available: Both full-time and part-time roles. Requirements: Current CPS certification and an active driver’s license.

We value flexibility, offering a mix of office and remote work. Technology is used to support our employees in providing excellent care from their preferred environment.

Company Overview

Penndel Mental Health Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with mental health diagnoses, intellectual disabilities, or substance use disorders.