Peer Specialist

Peer SpecialistJob Details
Job TypeFull-timeBryn Mawr, PA - LMCMS 0301
Description
Job titlePeer Specialist
Reports toProgram Director
Why RHD? 39 Days of PTO per year$1500 sign on bonus after 90 days of successful employment Position SummaryThe Peer Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to assist Persons In Recover (PIRs) in regaining control over their own recovery process. This includes but is not limited to the development of natural supports; development of social interactions in the community; and management of symptoms that challenge wellness in an individual.    Essential Duties and Functions  Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) services consist of peer support services; advocacy for Persons in Recovery (PIRs); sharing of coping skills and providing recovery information for PIRs. The CPS performs a wide range of tasks to assist PIRs in regaining control over their own recovery process. This includes but is not limited to the development of natural supports, development of social interactions in the community and management of symptoms that challenge wellness in an individual. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.  
Reports to: Program Director/Site Supervisor 
Essential Duties and Functions Direct Care 

• Delivers peer support services such as education, advocacy, and to foster engagement in treatment process 
• Act as an integral part of an individual’s treatment team.
• Conduct regularly scheduled meetings with individuals in services in their community.
• Accompany individuals into their community to for social/leisure, educational, occupational, and/or advocacy based community integration activities. 
• Provide recovery support education for persons enrolled, staff, and family members. This may include but is not limited to:  
• Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) for enrollees,  
• Self-help/mutual peer support groups,  
• Training and orientation of new enrollees,   
• Training and orientation for staff and Team members. 
• Supporting person centered interventions as identified in service plans for everyone served  

 Administrative 

• Complete required documentation of services in a timely manner according to agency, county, state, and federal regulations and  policy. 
• Attend all staff meetings, trainings, and other required meetings. 

Other 

• 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 leadership team, to support individuals’ recovery 

Qualifications

• Must self-identify as an individual with a serious mental illness who is currently or formerly a recipient of mental health services and/or substance abuse recovery services.
• HS Diploma/GED 
• Must have up to date drivers license 
• Must be a certified peer specialist who has completed all training and test

Requirements
Physical requirements Lifting Requirements

• Medium: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

 Reporting Relationships

• Direct Supervisor: Unit Director

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.

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