Certified Peer Specialist
About The Position
The Certified Peer Specialist provides supportive peer counseling and advocacy to adult consumers receiving services through Legacy Treatment Services’ Mobile Crisis Resolution Team program. The program is a state-designated crisis intervention program for Chester County that provides evaluations 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, for individuals experiencing psychiatric crises or posing a danger to themselves, others, or property. Legacy Treatment Services is a nonprofit behavioral health organization that uses technology and evidence-based practices in treatment and clinical care. Its integrated continuum of services is designed to address the needs of children, adults, and families.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, with proof of some post-high-school training, college work, or a certificate program.
- Minimum of one year in recovery and knowledge of the mental health system.
- Expected to obtain general certification for peer services.
- Driver’s license in good standing, with no recent suspensions or violations for careless or reckless driving or excessive speeding of more than 20 MPH, and no more than two moving violations within the last three years.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge of mental illness and services available in the community.
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the needs of consumers served.
- Assess and interpret data about a consumer’s status to identify needs and provide appropriate care, including age-related care.
- Report to work in inclement weather.
- Part-time staff must work a minimum of two major holidays.
Benefits
- Time-and-a-half pay for work on Agency-recognized holidays.
- Training opportunities provided throughout the year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
