Certified Peer Specialist (Full Time) - Delco Peer Program

Mental Health Partnerships; Upper Darby (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Mental Health Partnerships is hiring a full-time Certified Peer Specialist to deliver mobile, community-based services aimed at empowering individuals with mental health conditions. You’ll engage with participants to set recovery goals and support their integration into community resources.

This role requires effective collaboration, strong communication skills, and a valid driver’s license. The starting salary is $17.50/hour, with generous benefits including paid time off and comprehensive insurance plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School or GED Diploma; Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Credentialed as a Certified Peer Specialist through the PA Certification Board.
• At least 12 months of relevant work experience in the last three years.
• Strong understanding of the local Mental Health System.
• Basic computer skills for job duties including email and electronic health records.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with participants to create self-directed goals for recovery.
• Support with educational, employment, and social-related goals.
• Attend socialization activities like amusement parks and festivals.
• Facilitate peer support groups and document participant progress.
• Other duties as assigned to fulfill MHP's mission.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Cultural competence

Interpersonal relationships

Time management

Problem solving

Education

High School or GED Diploma

Associate’s Degree in Human Services

Tools

Electronic health records

Desktop computing

Email

Job description

Certified Peer Specialist

MHP is hiring a full‑time Certified Peer Specialist to provide mobile, flexible, community‑based services designed to promote empowerment, recovery, and community integration for individuals with extensive mental health conditions. Certified Peer Specialists facilitate opportunities for individuals to direct their own recovery and advocacy by teaching and supporting skills acquisition and utilization, promoting knowledge of available services, choices, and natural resources in the community, and helping develop a sense of wellness and self‑worth.

Position is located at 7200 Chestnut Street, Upper Darby, PA 19082, Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Starting salary $17.50/hour.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (Up to 39.5 paid days off per year!)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Effective after first month!)
• No Cost Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• No Cost Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Annual Discretionary Employer Contribution
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Continuous Growth & MHP Sponsored Training Opportunities

MHP is the proud recipient of Mental Health America's 2023 Platinum Bell Seal Award—an national recognition for our commitment to nurturing mentally healthy workplaces.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with participants to create self‑directed goals to assist them in their path to recovery.
• Support participants with educational, employment, and social related goals, benefit/medical resources, mental health and substance use services, budgeting skills and exploring housing options in accordance with their support plan.
• Attend socialization activities, such as attending amusement parks, festivals, recovery learning centers, 12 step meetings, etc.
• In collaboration with participants, create WRAP Plans and encourage the development of mental health advanced directives; facilitate peer support groups on participants' interests as needed.
• Collaboratively document participant progress in the electronic health records system.
• Other duties as assigned to fulfill MHP's mission.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School or GED Diploma; Associate’s Degree in a Human Services related field is preferred.
• Credentialed as a Certified Peer Specialist and certified through the PA Certification Board.
• Within the last three (3) years, maintained at least 12 months of successful full or part‑time paid or voluntary work experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the local Mental Health System.
• Must possess basic computer skills to perform job duties including desktop computing, e‑mail, timesheet management, electronic health records, internet research, etc. and the ability to learn software applications relevant to your position.
• Strong skillsets in oral and written communication, cultural competence, interpersonal relationships and teamwork, attention to detail, customer service, time management, autonomy, problem solving and organization.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines and billable unit requirements, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Vaccination Policy

Effective November 15, 2021, all new employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning employment with MHP. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for those with qualifying medical or religious exemptions.

Physical Demands

• Sit/stand at a desk with ergonomically appropriate equipment.
• 80% of a Certified Peer Specialist’s time is spent in community settings and/or outreach. Certified Peer Specialists must be able to travel within the community that may not be accessible: walk, drive agency vehicles, and/or take public transportation depending on the needs of the program.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties.

We strongly encourage people of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. MHP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team! If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

About MHP: Mental Health Partnerships (MHP) seeks to empower individuals with mental health challenges to live full and satisfying lives, based on their specific needs and choices, all while remaining connected to their families, friendships and communities. MHP offers over 40 services throughout the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond, including Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania, and select locations in the state of Delaware.