Peer Support Specialist

Horizon House, Inc.; Swarthmore, Northern (Delaware County, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

9 paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan

Transit benefit program

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Certified Peer Specialist to support adults with mental health needs in our Delaware County, PA program. The role emphasizes empowerment, self-determination, and peer-based recovery support.

Under supervision, you will manage a caseload, mentor participants, help reduce self-stigma, and assist access to housing, education, work, and other meaningful activities to promote recovery and independence.

Qualifications

• Must be a PA-certified Peer Specialist.
• Knowledge of recovery/wellness principles and ability to mentor recovery.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Ability to establish trusting relationships with people with mental illness.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide peer support services for an assigned caseload.
• Serve as a mentor to promote hope and empowerment in recovery.
• Assist participants in identifying and addressing stigma and discrimination.
• Assist participants to access housing, education, work, or other meaningful activities.
• Promote a culture that supports self-determination in recovery planning.

Skills

Certified Peer Specialist

Recovery principles

Communication skills

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year paid/volunteer work

Job description

Job Category: Non-Residential Direct Care

Requisition Number: PEERS002194

• Posted : April 23, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

Horizon House is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues and substance abuse. With over 100 locations throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strengths and choices.

Horizon House is currently seeking a dedicated Certified Peer Specialist to fill an opening within our Delaware County, PA based program.

The Certified Peer Support Specialist will provide peer support services, therapeutic interactions designed to promote empowerment, self-determination, understanding, coping skills, and resilience through mentoring and service coordination supports. Assist program participants with mental illnesses and co-occurring disorders to regain control over their own lives and the own recovery process.

This position receives supervision from the Team Leader. This position is responsible for;

• Managing and provides peer support services for an assigned caseload of individuals.
• Serving as a mentor to program participants to promote hope and empowerment in their recovery process.
• Assisting program participant’s in identifying, understanding, and combating stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness and develop strategies to reduce self- stigma.
• Assisting participants to access housing, education, work, or other meaningful activities.
• Promoting a culture in which self-determination and decision-making in recovery planning are supported.

A person who is self identified as having met the criteria for serious mental illness as defined in the Mental Health Bulletin (OMH-94-04) who utilizes or has utilized mental health and/or co-occurring services and has been trained and certified to help her/his peer identify and achieve specific self-determined goals.

• Must be a certified Peer Specialist certified by a PA State approved entity.
• Demonstrates knowledge of recovery/wellness principles and ability to model and mentor the recovery process and demonstrate effective coping skills.
• A high school diploma or GED or one year of paid or volunteer work; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.
• Ability to establish supporting trusting relationships with people with mental illness and respect for peoples’ rights and personal preferences is essential.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Possession a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope

• Frequent interactions with peers who are at different stages of recovery.
• May be required to assist with crisis intervention in emergency situations including educating and supporting peers in the development and implementation of WRAP and Advanced Directives.
• Light lifting and/or carrying

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including: medical & dental, (9) nine paid holidays, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement savings plan, voluntary tax sheltered annuity, transit benefit program, opportunities for advancement and more.

Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer -

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

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