Certified Peer Specialist Trainee (Full Time)

Mental Health Partnerships; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,730 - 24,108; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off (Up to 39.5 days)

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

No Cost Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Continuous Growth & MHP Sponsored Training Opportunities

Job summary

A community-based mental health organization in Philadelphia is seeking a full-time Certified Peer Specialist Trainee. This role includes empowering individuals with mental health challenges, supporting their recovery, and facilitating community integration. The candidate should have a high school diploma and be credentialed as a Certified Peer Specialist, with behavioral health experience preferred. Benefits include generous paid time off and insurance options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School or GED Diploma; Associates Degree preferred.
• Credentialed as a Certified Peer Specialist.
• 1 year of behavioral health experience preferred.
• Must possess basic computer skills including desktop computing and email.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with participants to create self-directed goals.
• Support participants with educational, employment, and social-related goals.
• Attend socialization activities with participants.
• Create WRAP Plans in collaboration with participants.
• Document participant progress in electronic health records.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Cultural competence

Interpersonal relationships

Time management

Attention to detail

Customer service

Problem solving

Organization

Education

High School or GED Diploma

Associates Degree in Human Services

Tools

Basic computer skills

Electronic health records

Job description

Description

COME BUILD HOPE WITH US!

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 $16.50/hour. Candidates who successfully complete their 90 day training period will be PROMOTED to Certified Peer Specialist, and earn a rate of $17.50/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 (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 & 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.