Certified Peer Specialist Trainee

Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan with Annual Discretion

Employee Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Continuous Growth & Training

Job summary

Mental Health Partnerships (MHP) in Philadelphia is hiring a full-time Certified Peer Specialist Trainee. Trainees undergo a 90-day training period to empower recovery and community integration, then advance to Certified Peer Specialist at $19/hour.

The role is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM at 2709 N Broad St, with comprehensive benefits. Benefits include generous PTO, medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability coverage, FSA, EAP, retirement plan with employer contribution, referrals,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; associate degree preferred.
• Certified Peer Specialist credential and PA eligibility.
• 1 year behavioral health experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with participants to create self-directed goals.
• Support participants with educational, employment, and social goals.
• Attend socialization activities and recovery-related events.
• Create WRAP Plans and encourage advanced directives; facilitate peer groups.
• Document participant progress in the electronic health records system.
• Other duties as assigned to fulfill MHP’s mission.

Skills

Communication

Cultural competence

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Autonomy

Problem solving

Organization

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree preferred

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

MHP hiring a full time Certified Peer Specialist Trainee. Certified Peer Specialist Trainees will be initiated with a 90-day training period in order to provide flexible, community-based services that are designed to promote the empowerment, recovery, and community integration of individuals who have challenges with extensive mental health conditions. Certified Peer Specialist Trainees facilitate opportunities for individuals receiving service to direct their own recovery and advocacy process by teaching and supporting individuals with the acquisition and utilization of skills, promoting knowledge of available service options, choices and the utilization of natural resources in the community, and helping facilitate the development of a sense of wellness and self-worth.

The position is located at 2709 N Broad street, Philadelphia, PA 19132, and is a full time role, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with a starting salary rate of $18.00/hour. Candidates who successfully complete their 90 day training period will be PROMOTED to Certified Peer Specialist, and earn a rate of $19.00/hour.

As an MHP full-time employee, you will have access to the following benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off(Up to 39.5 paid days off per year!)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 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 2025 Platinum Bell Seal Award - an national recognition for our commitment to nurturing mentally healthy workplaces. Join us in revolutionizing workplace well-being and raising the bar for mental health excellence!

MHP is the proud recipient of Mental Health America’s 2023 & 2024 Platinum Bell Seal Award - an national recognition for our commitment to nurturing mentally healthy workplaces. Join us in revolutionizing workplace well-being and raising the bar for mental health excellence!

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; Associates Degree in a Human Services related field is preferred.
• Credentialed as a Certified Peer Specialist and eligible for certification through the PA Certification Board.
• 1 year of behavioral health experience preferred
• 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.

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.

Diversity Matters!

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.
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