CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

Make an Impact Every Day by Helping People Heal

Certified Peer Specialist

Part-Time | Paid Training | DailyPay Available 

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Resources for Human Development , we're not just hiring employees we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or looking for work with purpose, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

For more than 56 years, Resources for Human Development has been dedicated to providing caring, effective and innovative services that empower people of all abilities to build a better life for themselves. Resources for Human Development (RHD) is a nonprofit organization with over 115 human service programs across the country and serving tens of thousands of people with effective programs supporting intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health, homelessness, addiction recovery, and more.

At Resources for Human Development, our team members are more than employees—they are advocates, mentors, and difference-makers.

When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, growth, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Outstanding Benefits

• DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses

Paid Training & Career Growth

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

As a Certified Peer Specialist , you will be responsible for collaborating with consumers, team members, family members, significant others and collateral resources to promote socialization experiences, creative rehabilitative skills training opportunities, maximizing empowerment experiences and to structure social and recreational activities and to promote recovery through the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP). The Certified Peer Specialist will assist team members and other providers with an understanding of the Recovery Model and the day-to-day practice of this modality. It is expected that 60% of the Certified Peer Specialist's time will be spent in actual contact with the consumer or others on his or her behalf. Paperwork and team meetings should not require more than 30% of the worker's time. The Certified Peer Specialist will work directly with individuals receiving services, family members, providers and other stakeholders, at the direction of a supervisor. This position requires the candidate have direct, firsthand experience using mental health services as well as the forensic system in Allegheny County. This position will be a resource to individuals receiving services, families, and other stakeholders related to recovery initiative. Under the authority of the Program Director and in coordination with the team supervisor, the Certified Peer Specialist assures that all operational procedures and regulations are followed.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Promote principles of recovery with members, providers, and stakeholders.
• Provide recovery coaching concerning; assisting in recovery management, identification of personal strengths/ assets, development of a strength-based recovery plan /recovery goals, and strategies to meet goals.
• Assist in identifying or re-connecting to natural supports including but not limited to peer recovery supports and self-help groups in the community.
• Assist in scheduling appointments as needed.
• Assist with accessing and navigating the mental health and/or D&A service system.
• Assist with accessing and navigating mental health court, Adult Probation, Justice Related Services and the legal system.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, continuing care (aftercare) meetings, as requested by the member.
• Demonstrate flexibility in schedule in order to meet member’s needs.
• Advocate for the member's community needs, medical, and behavioral health needs.
• Maintain Certification
• Utilize motivational interviewing to effectively identify the member’s strengths, needs, motivation, triggers, and goals in managing life circumstances.
• Bridge the gap between the physical health care and behavioral health treatment.
• Provides telephonic assistance to members and family members concerning recovery tools and resources.
• Empower the member to self-advocate and follow through with treatment (making and attending scheduled appointments, setting goals, and community networking.
• Travel throughout the region.
• Utilize laptop to document and bill for services through electronic health record software.
• Limited to working with adults only

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate

• Dependable

• Patient

• Team-Oriented

• Service-Focused

• Professional

• Positive

• Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Board Certified as a Peer Specialist

• Note: Will be required to complete and pass Forensic Certified Peer Specialist training within 6 months of hire, if Certified Peer Support Certification is not already held.

• Valid Driver's License and Automotive Insurance.
• Access to a reliable personal vehicle preferred
• One year of experience, Mental Health experience preferred.
• Act 73 (FBI), Act 34 (Criminal clearance), Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance
• Familiarity with computers and ability to navigate software used to document and bill for services.
• Will be required to complete and pass Forensic Certified Peer Specialist training within 6 months of hire, if Certified Peer Support Certification is not already held.

Schedule

• Part-Time

Start a Career with Purpose

Some jobs pay the bills.

This job changes lives.

If you're looking for a career where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we invite you to join the Resources for Human Development team.

Apply Today and Make an Impact Every Day by Helping People Heal.

Resources for Human Development is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

"Creating a Better Tomorrow... Today"

Resources for Human Development is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium 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.