PEER SPECIALIST

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay Availability

Company-Paid Training

Paid Training Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Certification Opportunities

Leadership Development Programs

Job summary

Resources for Human Development (RHD) Philadelphia is seeking a Peer Specialist on a full-time basis. The role provides peer support to individuals with mental health and/or substance use conditions, using lived experience to encourage hope, recovery, and personal growth.

You will assist clients in developing coping skills, wellness strategies, and recovery goals, and participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.

Qualifications

• CPRS Certification is required.
• CPR and First Aid Certification required.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support to individuals with mental health and/or substance use conditions.
• Use your lived experience to encourage hope, recovery, and personal growth.
• Assist clients in developing coping skills, wellness strategies, and recovery goals.
• Facilitate peer recovery and support groups.
• Support individuals in achieving goals related to housing, employment, and community integration.
• Assist with the development and implementation of person-centered treatment plans.
• Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Advocate for individuals receiving services and support their self-determination.
• Help clients prepare for recovery planning meetings and effectively communicate their needs.
• Educate staff and team members on recovery-oriented care and peer support principles.
• Conduct outreach and provide ongoing engagement and support.
• Provide crisis intervention support as assigned.
• Assist with assessments, wellness planning, and recovery-focused services.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

CPRS Certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Peer Specialist

Resources for Human Development (RHD) Philadelphia

Full-Time

$17.82/hour

DailyPay Available

About Resources For Human Development

For more than 50 years, Resources for Human Development (RHD) has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support.

RHD Glassport serves individuals with behavioral health needs who are transitioning into the community. The program provides supportive services that promote recovery, independence, stable mental health, and an improved quality of life.

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

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay - Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

• Provide peer support to individuals with mental health and/or substance use conditions.
• Use your lived experience to encourage hope, recovery, and personal growth.
• Assist clients in developing coping skills, wellness strategies, and recovery goals.
• Facilitate peer recovery and support groups.
• Support individuals in achieving goals related to housing, employment, and community integration.
• Assist with the development and implementation of person-centered treatment plans.
• Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Advocate for individuals receiving services and support their self-determination.
• Help clients prepare for recovery planning meetings and effectively communicate their needs.
• Educate staff and team members on recovery-oriented care and peer support principles.
• Conduct outreach and provide ongoing engagement and support.
• Provide crisis intervention support as assigned.
• Assist with assessments, wellness planning, and recovery-focused services.

Who We're Looking For

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

Qualifications Required

• Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) Certification.
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

Preferred

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience working with underserved populations.

Schedule

• Part-Time
• Flexible schedule based on program needs
• May include evenings, weekends, or holidays as required

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.

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 affiliated companies provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants in compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

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 applicable law.

This commitment to equal opportunity extends to every aspect of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, and termination.