Certified Peer Support Specialist

2 months ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States PATH People Acting To Help, Inc. Full time
Job Overview

ABOUT PATH INC.

PATH (People Acting to Help) Inc. is a leading Community Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Center, dedicated to delivering a comprehensive range of services tailored to the needs of our community in Northeast Philadelphia. Our organization consistently attains top-tier accreditation, including a 5 Star Provider Rating from CBH, Philadelphia's Managed Care Entity, alongside numerous accolades for our innovative programs and the exceptional contributions of our staff.

OUR MISSION: To empower individuals towards achieving a more independent and fulfilling life.

WHY CHOOSE PATH?

A Purposeful Career

At PATH, our employees are central to our mission, and we strive to provide compelling reasons for them to thrive within our organization.

Alongside the rewarding experience of positively impacting lives, we offer:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Annual salary increases
  • Performance and longevity bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits for employees and their families
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal days
  • No-cost pension plan
  • Continuous professional development opportunities, including supervision for licensure
  • Access to state-of-the-art treatment facilities and resources
  • Career advancement opportunities within the organization
  • Eligibility for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
  • Referral bonuses for successful candidate recommendations

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role is designed to further the mission of PATH by assisting individuals in achieving greater independence and fulfillment through effective teamwork. As a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS), you will provide crisis intervention, support, safety planning, and resource linkage to youth and families in the Northeast Philadelphia area. This program operates 24/7 throughout the year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in the Behavioral Health sector.
  • Certification as a Peer Specialist in Pennsylvania.
  • Possession of a valid Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle.
  • Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • COVID-19 vaccination or willingness to receive the vaccine is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct crisis assessments, interventions, education, and support in collaboration with assigned team members, adhering to designated timelines for referrals from DBH/CBH.
  • Utilize personal lived experience as a CPS to connect with individuals in crisis and assist in developing effective crisis support plans.
  • Implement approved evidence-based practices and tools for crisis assessment and intervention, following SAMHSA guidelines and resolution models.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Minimal physical demands associated with the role.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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