Peer Specialist I: Catalyst for Recovery & Wellness

UPMC; Erie (Erie County); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Training and professional development

Impactful work in Erie community

Résumé du poste

Safe Harbor Behavioral Health, part of the UPMC network, seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to provide recovery-focused peer support in outpatient and community settings in Erie, PA. You will collaborate with clinicians, engage families, and help clients navigate recovery journeys with compassion and practical coping skills.

You are expected to have CPS certification, 18+ years old, and complete PA attestation.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and certified as a Certified Peer Specialist through the Pennsylvania Certification Board.
• Completion of the Pennsylvania attestation form identifying yourself as a peer.
• Previous experience in human services is preferred but not required—we'll provide comprehensive training to help you thrive in this role!
• Strong commitment to recovery and lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with clinicians, psychiatrists, medical professionals, and blended case managers to support individuals, families, and groups.
• Deliver peer services in office-based settings and in the community, tailored to the unique needs and frequency of each client.
• Participate in twice-weekly team meetings to coordinate care plans and consult on cases.
• Use your personal recovery journey to empower others, promote wellness, and build meaningful connections.
• Educate others on recovery and model its possibility.
• Provide peer counseling focused on safe, simple coping skills
• Share resources on community supports, roles, and social connections.
• Empower individuals through advocacy, righted education, and self-help tools.
• Use self-disclosure strategically to inspire hope and action.
• Lead WRAP planning in both individual and group settings.

Connaissances

Lived experience

Certified Peer Specialist

Recovery-focused approach

Strong communication

Diversity awareness

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Outils

CPR Certification

CCMC Certification

PA Act 31/33/34/73 Clearances

Driver's License

Description du poste

Safe Harbor Behavioral Health, part of the UPMC network, seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to provide recovery-focused peer support in outpatient and community settings in Erie, PA. You will collaborate with clinicians, engage families, and help clients navigate recovery journeys with compassion and practical coping skills.

You are expected to have CPS certification, 18+ years old, and complete PA attestation.