Certified Peer Support Specialist - Certification Sponsorship

Peerstar LLC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (FT only)

Dental & Vision Insurance (FT only)

401k with Match

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

Job summary

PeerStar is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to help peers overcome mental health obstacles using lived experience. We sponsor your state certification through a two-week course, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($2,000 if already certified). Full-time and part-time opportunities available, with comprehensive benefits and a 401k match.

As a CPS, you’ll provide hope, support, and empowerment, building friendships and lasting positive impact in Pennsylvania communities.

Qualifications

• Must attest to having a mental health diagnosis and have reached a point in recovery to support others
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Must have 6 months of consecutive employment or volunteer experience; OR within the last three (3) years, have at least 12 months of full or part-time paid or volunteer work experience
• Must be able to participate in a two-week course to receive state-issued certification or possess a PCB state-issued CPS certification
• Ability to use iPad for documentation
• Must have reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Inspire hope in individuals through community-based 1:1 peer support
• Promote empowerment and self-determination
• Build trust through lived experience and offer tools to help others achieve growth

Job description

PeerStar is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to help peers overcome mental health obstacles using lived experience. We sponsor your state certification through a two-week course, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($2,000 if already certified). Full-time and part-time opportunities available, with comprehensive benefits and a 401k match.

As a CPS, you’ll provide hope, support, and empowerment, building friendships and lasting positive impact in Pennsylvania communities.