Full-Time Certified Peer Specialist — Recovery Support Advocate

Merakey; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan

DailyPay

Well-being platform

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to join our team in Philadelphia County, PA. The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30a–4:30p, offering peer support to individuals in recovery and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The CPS will provide guidance, advocacy, and information to clients, while modeling recovery and promoting a recovery-oriented approach. A CPS certification and training are required, with a valid PA driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Self-identified individual with a mental health diagnosis who has progressed in recovery.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Must complete department-approved peer services training.
• Must obtain CPS certification through the Pennsylvania Certification Board.
• Must have a clean, valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers in regaining control over their lives and recovery through individual and group encounters.
• Model recovery competencies and provide peer support and advocacy in communities, inpatient, or emergency settings.
• Offer consultation to the team to promote a recovery-oriented culture.

Skills

Peer support advocacy

Recovery-oriented

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

18+ years old

Peer services training

CPS certification

Job description

Merakey is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to join our team in Philadelphia County, PA. The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30a–4:30p, offering peer support to individuals in recovery and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The CPS will provide guidance, advocacy, and information to clients, while modeling recovery and promoting a recovery-oriented approach. A CPS certification and training are required, with a valid PA driver’s license and reliable transportation.