Certified Peer Specialist - CPS

Merakey • Hatfield Township, PA

5h • $20

About The Position

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and make a powerful impact
in your community?
At Merakey, heart, passion, and purpose fuel everything we do—and we’re looking
for someone who shares that commitment to hope and healing.

We are excited to welcome a Certified Peer Specialist to our community-based
team in Colmar, PA (Montgomery County).
This is more than a job—it’s a calling. As a peer specialist, you’ll use your
lived experience, your resilience, and your compassion to walk alongside
individuals on their mental health recovery journey

Requirements

• Obtained and maintained the certification as a CPS through the Pennsylvania Certification Board.
• Has a high school diploma or general equivalency
• Must be able to work Monday-Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record and reliable vehicle.
• This position requires travel to homes and other community locations to provide services and support clients. Mileage reimbursement provided.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer skills and experience with an Electronic Health Record system.
• Knowledge of local resources in Montgomery County.
• Experience working in a Behavioral Health or Community Based setting.

Responsibilities

• Empower individuals to direct their own recovery and build essential recovery skills.
• Educate participants on available service options and connect them to community resources.
• Coordinate and document progress, including completion of Individualized Recovery Plans, in accordance with agency and state standards.
• Re-engage individuals who have discontinued services, including outreach and satisfaction follow‑ups.
• Facilitate WRAP groups and participate in monthly CPS technical assistance meetings.
• Maintain Peer Certification through required ongoing training.
• Support individuals with mental illness in obtaining and sustaining competitive employment.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees