Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)

Child and Family Focus Inc.; Lower Providence Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Certified Peer Specialist to support Transition Age Youth facing mental health challenges. In this vital role, you'll provide mentorship and advocacy, helping young individuals navigate their wellness journey. You'll work closely with youth in their homes and communities, fostering coping skills and social connections. This position offers the chance to make a profound impact while enjoying a competitive starting salary and the potential for growth into a full-time role. Join a dedicated team committed to empowering youth and shaping their futures through peer support.

Benefits

Paid Time Off accrual

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

401K plan with company match

Mileage reimbursement

Expense reimbursement

Annual rate increases

9 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Be certified as a Peer Specialist (CPS).
• Exhibit stability in personal wellness and recovery.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Engage in local travel to offsite locations as required.
• Document session activity through electronic health records.
• Assist youth in implementing identified coping strategies.

Skills

Peer Support

Mentorship

Communication Skills

Coping Skills

Organizational Skills

Cultural Competency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

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Are you a caring, compassionate person looking to make a real difference in the life of a young person through peer support and mentorship? Bring your commitment and skill to a team that is dedicated to helping others on their journey to wellness and recovery!
Features a competitive starting salary of $17.00/hour.

• All staff start at Part-time and have the potential to build to a Full-time position

Job Overview:

A Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) will serve as an advocate and mentor to Transition Age Youth (ages 14-26) with serious mental illness and/or emotional disturbance to develop community supports, navigate mental health systems and access resources, support maintenance of wellness and recovery based on personal lived experience, and INSPIRE HOPE to help youth reach their full potential and overcome obstacles in the face of life’s daily challenges. A CPS will not only assist in the identification of individualized goals but also walk the young person through the steps to achieve success with their goals.

A CPS meets at least weekly in the home and community with a focus on helping the young person maintain personal wellness and develop the use of coping skills, build social skills and a social community, identify educational and/or employment opportunities, improve functioning in their environment, and enhance and practice daily living skills.

Qualifications:

• Be certified as a Peer Specialist (CPS)
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Maintain valid driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle
• Able to work at least 20 hours/week including, at minimum, 3 evenings
• Exhibit stability and competency in personal wellness and recovery and use of coping skills
• Be able to reflect the culture and understand the values of the Transition Age Youth population
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and computer literacy

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in weekly, individual supervision
• Engage in local travel in your own vehicle to offsite locations as required by caseload, supervision, and/or trainings
• Transport youth to various community locations, as needed
• Document session activity through electronic health records, progress notes, and program-specific paperwork by typing
• Ensure program files are organized, and paperwork is completed within required deadlines
• Maintain a varied work schedule, including evenings
• Meet at least weekly with all assigned youth on an assigned caseload
• Work both individually and in teams with colleagues
• Effectively communicate and interact with youth, peers, and community representatives
• Serve as a role model and coach to guide youth toward recovery through shared experiences
• Assist youth in implementing identified coping strategies to aid with crisis support
• Support the development of community roles and natural supports
• Assist with accessing and participating in community events and activities
• Cultivate youth’s ability to make informed, independent choices
• Plan and facilitate practical activities leading to increased self-worth and independence
• Model and promote skills needed for community integration and independent living
• Assist youth to develop and maintain positive personal and social support networks
• Support youth in becoming active community members. Use and implement the 5 core values of Trauma-Informed Care in all work practices - Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, & Empowerment

Benefits and Compensation:

• Part Time positions available with the potential to transition to Full Time
• Starting rate of $17/hour
• Annual rate increases
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off accrual if maintaining 20 hours per week
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K plan with company match and profit sharing
• Mileage and Expense reimbursement for travel and training
• Clearance Reimbursement
• And of course, and most importantly, the opportunity to help shape the lives of young people through peer mentorship

Child and Family Focus is an equal opportunity and drug free employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.