Certified Peer Specialist

7 days ago


Philadelphia, United States JFK Behavioral Health Center Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Purpose: To promote and contribute to a culture of recovery within and outside JFK by creating hope and optimism for their peers, demonstrated through peer relationships, sharing personal achievements, and exposure to successful experiences.

Responsibilities:

Assist in the development of a culture of recovery and self-determination by:

  • Engaging with persons in recovery, identifying their strengths and existing supports and linking them with community resources.
  • Creating a partnership with peers and family members by sharing information about support services and resources available through the community.
  • Providing education for persons in recovery, staff, and family members through the facilitation of a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) sessions for persons in recovery and Self-help/mutual support groups for persons in recovery.
  • Co-facilitate meetings to nurture a peer support culture, e.g., community meeting, peer council, etc.
  • Accompany and support persons in recovery in social/leisure, education and occupational skills and provide hands-on support to teach self-advocacy skills.
  • Complete all required program documentation.
  • Attend team and other required meetings, contribute to case conferences.
  • Attend trainings, and continuing education courses as recommended.
  • Adhere to all JFK policies and procedures including confidentiality, HIPAA, compliance, etc.
  • Assist in handling peer crisis situations at JFK and in the community.
  • Perform outreach activities to re-engage peers in program activities, in person or by telephone.

Requirements:

  • Peer Specialist Certification [Must take CEU credits to maintain certification]
  • Current or former recipient of mental health, and/or co-occurring services with a willingness to share personal recovery experiences.
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Complete WRAP training and WRAP Facilitator training within 12 months of hire

Schedule: Part time, 18-hours/week

Location: Center City Philadelphia



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