Certified Peer Specialist

Job overview

The Certified Peer Specialist works in community-based services in Philadelphia, PA. Compensation is $17.82 per hour, and the schedule is on-call with flexible hours based on participant needs and program requirements. Resources for Human Development supports people in pursuing independence, confidence, and personal goals. The specialist uses lived experience to support participants’ recovery, help them develop and pursue personalized recovery plans, and connect them with community resources. The role includes regular meetings, service documentation, and community-based activities, with approximately 80% of time spent in the field.

What you'll do

• Use lived experience to model recovery and resilience
• assist participants with personalized Recovery Service Plans
• identify strengths, resources, and natural supports
• provide recovery education and wellness resources
• use Motivational Interviewing techniques
• support community integration and daily living skills
• connect participants with community services
• document services and communicate needs to supervisors
• maintain CPS certification and complete required training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

certified peer specialist

philadelphia pa

resources for human development

on-call

$17.82/hr

community-based services

recovery support

peer services

mental health

motivational interviewing

field work

pennsylvania cps certification

dailypay

paid training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• DailyPay, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off, employee assistance program, wellness programs, referral bonuses, paid training, and professional development.

Why this role

Requires Pennsylvania Certified Peer Specialist certification and self-identified current or former receipt of mental health or co-occurring disorder services.

About the employer

Resources for Human Development is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.