Full/Part-Time Certified Peer Support Specialist

Peerstar LLC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 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 is Pennsylvania's largest peer support provider, operating statewide across 35 counties. We are seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to use lived experience to inspire hope and empowerment for individuals facing mental health challenges.

This role offers sponsorship for CPS certification, a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($2,000 if already certified), and both full-time and part-time opportunities. Documentation is done on an iPad, and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must attest to a mental health diagnosis and be in recovery enough to support others.
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• 6 months of consecutive employment or volunteer work, or 12 months in last 3 years.
• Must participate in a two-week course or hold a PCB CPS certification.
• Ability to use an iPad for documentation.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Inspire hope in individuals through 1:1 peer support.
• Promote empowerment and self-determination.
• Build trust using lived experience and provide growth tools.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

iPad

Job description

PeerStar is Pennsylvania's largest peer support provider, operating statewide across 35 counties. We are seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to use lived experience to inspire hope and empowerment for individuals facing mental health challenges.

This role offers sponsorship for CPS certification, a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($2,000 if already certified), and both full-time and part-time opportunities. Documentation is done on an iPad, and training is provided.