CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST

Apis Services Inc•Quakertown, PA

1d•$0 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Resources for Human Development (RHD) PIER is seeking compassionate, dedicated Certified Peer Specialists who are looking for more than just a paycheck. This role is for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. RHD provides training, support, and opportunities for employees to thrive, with no experience required for many positions and paid training provided. The organization has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support for over 50 years, with employees playing a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Requirements

Certified Peer Specialist Certification
Has completed 12 semester hours of college training in a mental health-related field or has at least a high school diploma or equivalency and 6 months of formal training in mental health or a related field.
Maintain 18 credit hours of additional training each year
OIG/Sanctions/Valenz
References
PA Criminal
PA MVR
Child Abuse
FBI Clearance

Nice To Haves

Compassionate
Dependable
Patient
Team-Oriented
Service-Focused
Professional
Positive
Committed to Helping Others

Responsibilities

Delivers peer support services such as education, advocacy, and fosters engagement in the treatment process.
Provide recovery support education for persons enrolled, staff, and family members, including Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), self-help/mutual peer support groups, and training/orientation for new enrollees, staff, and team members.
Supporting person-centered interventions as identified in service plans for everyone served.
Facilitate group therapy sessions such as WRAP, Recovery Support Groups, Community Meetings, and Symptom and Coping Skills.
Assist individuals with independent living preparation.
Complete required documentation of services in a timely manner according to agency policy.
Maintain one's own physical, mental, and emotional well-being so that the CPS can function appropriately in the job and can model healthy functioning to those we serve.
Performs other tasks as assigned by the leadership team to support individuals' recovery.