Certified Peer Support Specialist Certification Sponsorship

Peerstar LLC; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

Job summary

PeerStar is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to empower individuals facing mental health challenges using lived experience. The role emphasizes 1:1 peer support in community settings and collaboration with a recovery-focused team.

Candidates must meet the certification requirements, be 18+, and have reliable transportation with access to an iPad for documentation. Full-time and part-time roles are available across Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Must attest to having a mental health diagnosis and be in recovery to support others
• Age 18+
• Must have 6 months of relevant experience OR 12 months in last 3 years
• Must participate in a two-week course for state certification or hold CPS certification
• Ability to use an iPad for documentation
• Must have a driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Provide hope and understanding through shared lived experience
• Support individuals via 1:1 peer interactions in the community
• Assist in empowerment and self-determination for clients

Skills

Lived experience support

Empathy

Communication

iPad documentation

Driver's license

Education

PCB CPS Certification / state-issued CPS certification

Tools

iPad

Job description

PeerStar is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to empower individuals facing mental health challenges using lived experience. The role emphasizes 1:1 peer support in community settings and collaboration with a recovery-focused team.

Candidates must meet the certification requirements, be 18+, and have reliable transportation with access to an iPad for documentation. Full-time and part-time roles are available across Pennsylvania.