Certified Peer Specialist

Job description

Description We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to join our growing team. In this role, you will use your lived experience to provide peer support, encouragement, and advocacy to individuals in recovery. The CPS collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to promote engagement, hope, and self-directed recovery while maintaining timely and accurate documentation. The ideal candidate is reliable, empathetic, and person-centered, with strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, recovery-oriented environment. Part-Time | Available In the Philadelphia, PA 19134 Area Salary: $17.00/HR Scheduled: Monday-Friday 9:00AM-2:00PM Job Summary: The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) uses lived experience of recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges to support individuals in their recovery journeys. The CPS provides peer support, advocacy, education, and skill-building services that promote self-determination, wellness, and community integration. This role is an integral member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and models recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and person-centered practices. Key Responsibilities: E...