Certified Peer Specialist

Resources for Human Development; Oxford Valley (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Purpose-driven work

Job summary

A leading recovery support organization in Pennsylvania is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to provide peer-based recovery support for individuals involved with the criminal justice system. The role involves facilitating recovery-oriented groups, supporting personal development, and ensuring timely documentation. Ideal candidates will have a CPS certification, a high school diploma or GED, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a significant impact in recovery and re-entry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience supporting individuals in mental health recovery.
• Must maintain 18 annual training credits.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to maintain 18 annual training credits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support, advocacy, and recovery education.
• Facilitate recovery-oriented groups and community meetings.
• Support development of coping and independent living skills.
• Encourage engagement in treatment and recovery planning.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Model wellness and recovery-focused behaviors.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Peer support and advocacy

Recovery education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification

Job description

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) — Philadelphia, PA | Full-Time

Overview

Certified Peer Specialists (CPS) provide peer-based recovery support to Persons in Recovery (PIRs) involved with the criminal justice system. Using lived experience, CPS staff support recovery, wellness, community integration, and self-advocacy while modeling hope and resilience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide peer support, advocacy, and recovery education.
• Facilitate recovery-oriented groups (WRAP, support groups, community meetings).
• Support development of coping skills, natural supports, and independent living skills.
• Encourage engagement in treatment and recovery planning.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Model wellness and recovery-focused behaviors.

Qualifications

• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years experience supporting individuals in mental health recovery.
• Ability to maintain 18 annual training credits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motion required.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-driven forensic peer work.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Make a real impact in re-entry and recovery.

About Company

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Imperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Imperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.