Certified Peer Support Specialist - Sponsorship & Growth

Peerstar, LLC; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; 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, LLC in Pennsylvania seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist to inspire hope and empowerment through lived experience. You will provide 1:1 peer support and help peers on their recovery journey in a community-based setting.

Role emphasizes empowerment, self-determination, and building trust through your recovery story. Eligible candidates will pursue CPS certification with our help; a two-week course is provided or existing PCB CPS certification is accepted.

Qualifications

• Must attest to having a mental health diagnosis and be in recovery enough to support others
• 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 participate in a two-week course to receive state-issued CPS certification or possess PCB CPS certification
• Ability to use iPad for documentation
• Must have a driver's license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Lived experience with mental health

Empathy

Communication skills

Documentation on iPad

Tools

iPad

Job description

PeerStar, LLC in Pennsylvania seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist to inspire hope and empowerment through lived experience. You will provide 1:1 peer support and help peers on their recovery journey in a community-based setting.

Role emphasizes empowerment, self-determination, and building trust through your recovery story. Eligible candidates will pursue CPS certification with our help; a two-week course is provided or existing PCB CPS certification is accepted.