Certified Peer Specialist

Mental Health Association

Job Description

Certified Peer Specialist

I. Definition

Providing peer support services to mental health consumers in an LTSR for the purpose of promoting growth, recovery, and wellness.

II. Duties

1. The CPS will serve as a consumer advocate.

2. Provide information and support for consumers at the LTSR.

3. They will assist consumers with a wide variety services.

4. They will help identify goals.

5. They will provide information on public services, educational opportunities and vocational skills.

6. Facilitate groups on a weekly basis.

7. The CPS will be available to work evenings and weekends

III. Required/Recommended Skills

1. Must be a prior or current mental health consumer with the ability to role model recovery and establish trusting relationships with peers and staff

2. Must be able to provide own transportation to/from work setting and travel off site when required

3. Must either possess a valid PA driver’s license or have ability to obtain a valid PA driver’s license

4. Must possess the ability to work with people in a team setting

5. Must have excellent communication skills in order to communicate in a positive and effective manner with Consumers and Staff

6. Must have proficient documentation skills to meet regulatory/funder requirements

7. Must participate in weekly treatment team and monthly interagency meetings

IV. Educational and Background Requirements

1. A CPS must have successfully completed the 2 week DHS/OMHSAS approved Certified Peer Specialist Training and complete 75 hours of peer training and pass the PCB exam.

2. The CPS will be required to complete an additional 18 hours of training annually, 12 of those hours must focus on peer support and/or recovery practices.

SALARY

1. $15 hour

2. 16 to 24 hours per week

We are a small non-profit organization offering services to mental health consumers. We have been in business for over 60 years in Washington County. If you have a passion to serve those suffering from mental illness we encourage you to join our team!