Certified Peer Specialist - Empower Recovery & Growth

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual increases

Performance and longevity bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package for you

Generous paid holidays, vacation, sick

No-cost pension plan

Ongoing professional development

Advancement opportunities

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. in Philadelphia seeks a Peer Support Specialist to promote independent, fulfilling lives for program participants as part of the ACT multidisciplinary team.

You will provide peer counseling, support self-directed recovery, and collaborate with staff to advance recovery planning and reduce stigma. The role emphasizes empowerment, education, and engagement with diverse individuals in a community behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or high school diploma or GED and at least one year of paid or volunteer work.
• Internships or supervised experience in clinical or rehabilitation settings preferred.
• Pennsylvania Certified Peer Specialist certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer counseling and support to program participants.
• Educate and support team understanding of recovery goals.
• Promote self-determination and person-centered recovery planning.
• Help participants identify self-advocacy and reduce stigma.

Skills

Peer counseling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree or high school diploma/GED

Certified Peer Specialist (PA)

Job description

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. in Philadelphia seeks a Peer Support Specialist to promote independent, fulfilling lives for program participants as part of the ACT multidisciplinary team.

You will provide peer counseling, support self-directed recovery, and collaborate with staff to advance recovery planning and reduce stigma. The role emphasizes empowerment, education, and engagement with diverse individuals in a community behavioral health setting.