Certified Peer Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)

Philadelphia, PA | Full-Time

Position Summary:

Certified Peer Specialists (CPS) provide peer-based recovery support to Persons in Recovery (PIRs) involved with the criminal justice system. Using lived experience, CPS staff support recovery, wellness, community integration, and self-advocacy while modeling hope and resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide peer support, advocacy, and recovery education.
• Facilitate recovery-oriented groups (WRAP, support groups, community meetings)
• Support development of coping skills, natural supports, and independent living skills.
• Encourage engagement in treatment and recovery planning.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.
• Model wellness and recovery-focused behaviors.

Qualifications:

• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years experience supporting individuals in mental health recovery.
• Ability to maintain 18 annual training credits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motion required.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-driven forensic peer work.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Make a real impact in re-entry and recovery.

About Company:

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Imperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Imperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. 

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.