Certified Peer Support Specialist — Certification Sponsorship & Bonus

Peerstar LLC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (FT only)

Dental Insurance (FT only)

Vision Insurance (FT only)

401k with Match

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

Job summary

PeerStar LLC in Pennsylvania is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to empower peers using lived experience. The role involves 1:1 support, building trust, and promoting recovery within a community-based model.

The company sponsors the CPS certification, offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($2,000 if already certified), and provides both full-time and part-time opportunities with benefits and 401k. You’ll work in a supportive environment across Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Must attest to having a mental health diagnosis and be able to support others in similar situations
• Eighteen (18) years of age and older
• Must have 6 months of consecutive employment or volunteer work experience; OR 12 months in last 3 years of paid/volunteer work
• Must be able to participate in a two-week course to receive state-issued certification or possess a PCB CPS certification
• Ability to use an iPad for documentation
• Must have reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Provide hope, understanding, and empowerment through shared lived experience via 1:1 peer support
• Build trust and promote empowerment and self-determination
• Support peers on their recovery journey through structured, goal-oriented activities

Skills

Lived experience

Empathy

Communication

Tools

iPad

Job description

PeerStar LLC in Pennsylvania is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to empower peers using lived experience. The role involves 1:1 support, building trust, and promoting recovery within a community-based model.

The company sponsors the CPS certification, offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($2,000 if already certified), and provides both full-time and part-time opportunities with benefits and 401k. You’ll work in a supportive environment across Pennsylvania.