PEER SPECIALIST

Apis Services, Inc.; Glassport (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages

Career Advancement Opportunities

Make a Difference Every Day

Support Individuals and Families

Strengthen Communities

Job summary

Resources for Human Development is seeking a compassionate PEER SPECIALIST to provide peer support for clients with mental health and/or substance use conditions. You will use your lived experience to promote recovery, advocate for clients, and deliver trauma-informed support within an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes developing coping skills, assisting with housing and employment goals, and participating in treatment planning and outreach efforts.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience working with underserved populations preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support to individuals with mental health and/or substance use conditions.
• Use lived experience to support individuals in their recovery journey.
• Assist clients with developing coping skills and wellness strategies.
• Support individuals in achieving personal goals (housing, employment, community integration).
• Assist in developing and implementing person-centered treatment plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide advocacy and support for individuals receiving services.
• Assist clients in preparing for recovery plan meetings and expressing their needs.
• Provide education to team members on recovery-oriented care and peer support principles.
• Engage clients through outreach and ongoing support.
• Provide crisis intervention services as scheduled.
• Assist in completing assessments and wellness plans.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At Resources for Human Development, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

The Peer Specialist role exists to provide individual peer support to clients experiencing mental health and/or substance use conditions by using lived experience to promote recovery, offer advocacy, and deliver trauma-informed support. The position contributes to an interdisciplinary team by providing insight, guidance, and support that helps individuals navigate their recovery, build coping skills, and achieve personal goals.

About Resources for Human Development

For more than 50 years, RHD has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

RHD Glassport is a program for people with behavioral health issues who are transitioning into the community. The program will provide supportive services to help enhance the residents lives, while maintaining stable mental health. The goal of the program is to facilitate and promote independence and improve quality of life.

Why Join Our Team?

• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Strengthen Communities

What You’ll Do

As a PEER SPECIALIST, you will:

• Provide peer support to individuals with mental health and/or substance use conditions
• Use lived experience to support individuals in their recovery journey
• Assist clients with developing coping skills and wellness strategies
• Support individuals in achieving personal goals (housing, employment, community integration)
• Assist in developing and implementing person-centered treatment plans
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
• Provide advocacy and support for individuals receiving services
• Assist clients in preparing for recovery plan meetings and expressing their needs
• Provide education to team members on recovery-oriented care and peer support principles
• Engage clients through outreach and ongoing support
• Provide crisis intervention services as scheduled
• Assist in completing assessments and wellness plans

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Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Dependable
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

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Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Experience working with underserved populations preferred
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record

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Schedule

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Some jobs pay the bills.

Some jobs build careers.

This job changes lives.

If you’re looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and become the reason someone has a better day.

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About Our Organization

Resources for Human Development is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.