Peer Support Specialist — Certification Sponsorship

Peerstar LLC; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (FT only)

Dental & Vision Insurance (FT only)

401k with Match

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Peerstar LLC seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to empower individuals facing mental health challenges through shared lived experience. The role offers sponsorship for certification and a $1,000 sign-on bonus, with higher bonus for those already certified.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available, and you’ll work in Pennsylvania serving peers statewide. The CPS will provide hope, understanding, and practical support, helping individuals set and achieve recovery goals

Qualifications

• Must be able to attest to having a mental health diagnosis and reached a point in recovery to support others
• Eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Must have maintained 6 months of consecutive employment or volunteer work experience; OR 12 months in last 3 years
• Must participate in a two-week course to receive state certification or possess CPS certification
• Ability to use an iPad for documentation
• Must have a driver’s license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Inspire hope and empowerment through peer support based on lived experience
• Provide 1:1 support and build trusting relationships with peers
• Help others achieve growth and recovery goals

Skills

Lived experience

Empathy

Communication

Education

State-issued CPS certification

Job description

Peerstar LLC seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPS) to empower individuals facing mental health challenges through shared lived experience. The role offers sponsorship for certification and a $1,000 sign-on bonus, with higher bonus for those already certified.

Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available, and you’ll work in Pennsylvania serving peers statewide. The CPS will provide hope, understanding, and practical support, helping individuals set and achieve recovery goals