Certified Peer Support Specialist: Empowerment & Hope

PA Peer Support Coalition; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A mental health support organization is looking for a passionate Peer Support Specialist to provide community-based support in Pennsylvania. You will inspire hope and empowerment through shared experiences while helping others conquer their mental health challenges. Candidates must be 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess a peer specialist certification. This role offers flexible part-time or full-time hours across various locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisting individuals with mental health challenges.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Completion of a peer specialist certification training approved by Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 peer support to individuals in the community.
• Promote empowerment and self-determination among peers.
• Build trust using lived experience to support growth.

Skills

Knowledge of recovery processes

Lived experience with mental health

Ability to inspire hope

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Peer specialist certification

Job description

A mental health support organization is looking for a passionate Peer Support Specialist to provide community-based support in Pennsylvania. You will inspire hope and empowerment through shared experiences while helping others conquer their mental health challenges. Candidates must be 18+, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess a peer specialist certification. This role offers flexible part-time or full-time hours across various locations.