Certified Peer Specialist II - Russellton, PA

Merakey; Russellton (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to empowering individuals on their recovery journey. As a Certified Peer Specialist II, you will provide vital peer support, guiding individuals to take charge of their recovery while sharing your own experiences. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, all while enjoying a supportive workplace that values work-life balance and offers competitive compensation. With a focus on collaboration and understanding, you'll help create a nurturing environment where every individual's voice is heard and respected. If you're passionate about mental health and ready to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

DailyPay

Work/Life Balance

Flexible Schedules

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Employee Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Care.com Membership

Qualifications

• Must have an active Certified Peer Specialist certification in PA.
• Minimum two years of experience in behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support and guidance to individuals in recovery.
• Collaborate with the team to create a supportive environment.

Skills

Peer Support

Knowledge of Mental Illness

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Degree/GED

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

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Certified Peer Specialist II

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Russellton, Pennsylvania, United States

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Position Type

Full-Time

Shift

2nd Shift - with week-ends

Work Schedule

Tuesday - Saturday 3p-11p

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• High School Degree/GED required for this role.




• Bachelor's degree in psychology or related human service field preferred.




• Must have an active Certified Peer Specialist certification in PA.




• Cannot accept a Certified Recovery Specialist certification.




• Minimum two (2) years of paid or unpaid work experience in behavioral health, forensic, sexual offending behaviors or residential services required.




• Knowledge and understanding of severe mental illness, recovery principles and recovery driven service system. Personal experience as a recipient of mental health services and willingness to share personal experiences to provide expertise about the recovery process.




• Valid driver's license required


• All clearances required by OMHSAS.

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Full Time Certified Peer Specialist II to join our team in our Russellton, PA location.

Earn $22.22/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.

Position Details

Provide peer support to individuals, providing guidance and encouragement to individuals to take responsibility and actively participate in their own recovery while serving as a mentor to individuals to promote hope and empowerment. Provide expertise and consultation from a mental health individual perspective to the entire team concerning individual's experiences on symptoms of mental illness, the effects and side effects of medications, individual's responses to and opinions of treatment, and individual's experiences of recovery. Collaborate with the team to create a team-oriented environment in which the individual's point of view and experiences are recognized, understood, and respected, and in which self-determination and decision making in treatment planning are maximized and supported.

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay


• Work/Life Balance


• Flexible Schedules


• Cell Phone Discount Plans


• Employee Referral Bonuses


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Care.com Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!