Certified Peer Specialist: Recovery & Wellness Coach

COMHAR, Inc.; Walnutport (Northampton County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

COMHAR, Inc. is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to join the LTSR Behavioral Health program in Walnutport, PA.

The role supports individuals in recovery through group activities, skills training, and community integration, with a focus on empowerment and self-determined lives. The position offers a 20-hour work schedule (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), with a pay rate of $17.36 per hour, and requires HS/GED plus Certified Peer Specialist Certification.

Qualifications

• HS/GED with Certified Peer Specialist Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and implementation of educational and support groups, program activities, and other programming aspects as needed.
• Provides training and assistance to individuals in developing and practicing the skills identified and outlined in their recovery plans.
• Teaches the proactive use of positive coping strategies.
• Provides training and assistance in activities of daily living and related self-care skills such as bathing, toileting, hygiene, grooming, dressing, and shaving.
• Participates in treatment team meetings and supports individuals in achieving recovery goals as written on their plan.
• Co-facilitates meetings to nurture a peer-supported culture via community meetings and peer-run initiatives.
• Accompanies individuals in recovery to medical appointments, family visits, and other appointments.
• Completes detailed documentation in clinical records ensuring timely, legible, and accurate progress notes.

Education

HS/GED + Certified Peer Specialist Certification

Job description

COMHAR, Inc. is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to join the LTSR Behavioral Health program in Walnutport, PA.

The role supports individuals in recovery through group activities, skills training, and community integration, with a focus on empowerment and self-determined lives. The position offers a 20-hour work schedule (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), with a pay rate of $17.36 per hour, and requires HS/GED plus Certified Peer Specialist Certification.