Certified Bilingual Peer Specialist

2 weeks ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States COMHAR, Inc. Full time
Position Overview

At COMHAR, our goal is to deliver health and human services that empower individuals, families, and communities to lead healthier, self-directed lives. We are seeking a Certified Peer Specialist for our HOPE program.

The HOPE (Helping Opportunities for People's Empowerment) initiative is a community-based psychiatric rehabilitation program that forms part of COMHAR's CIRC (Community Integrated Recovery Center) model, catering to adults and seniors.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as a role model for individuals in recovery, instilling hope and sharing personal experiences and insights gained through recovery.
  • Engage with at-risk individuals, providing recovery education and support tailored to their stage of recovery, utilizing evidence-based practices.
  • Facilitate the orientation process for newcomers receiving mental health and/or co-occurring disorder services.
  • Assist in the creation and execution of educational and support groups, as well as community activities that benefit the program participants.
  • Connect individuals with community resources and peer support systems to enhance community integration, including training in public transportation, computer education, vocational services, health and wellness programs, and financial assistance.
  • Actively contribute to team meetings, ensuring that a recovery-oriented perspective is central to all discussions.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED along with a Certified Peer Specialist Certification (CPS).
  • Proficiency in both Spanish and English.
  • Experience working with individuals facing co-occurring challenges, including mental health and substance use issues.
  • A minimum of one year of direct mental health service experience, which can include paid or volunteer work. Forensic training is advantageous.

COMHAR, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and do not discriminate in services or employment based on any protected class.



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