CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST

About Resources for Human Development

For more than 50 years, Resources for Human Development (RHD) has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

About the role

As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will deliver peer support services, including education, advocacy, and engagement in the recovery and treatment process. You will provide recovery-focused education and support to individuals served, family members, and staff, assist individuals in developing and maintaining Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), and facilitate self-help and peer support groups that promote recovery and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver peer support services, including education, advocacy, and engagement in the recovery and treatment process.
• Provide recovery-focused education and support to individuals served, family members, and staff.
• Assist individuals in developing and maintaining Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP).
• Facilitate self-help and peer support groups that promote recovery and wellness.
• Support person-centered interventions identified within individualized service plans.
• Orient and support new program participants as they begin services.
• Provide education and training to staff and team members regarding recovery principles and peer support.
• Facilitate recovery-focused groups such as Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP), Recovery Support Groups, Community Meetings, Symptom Management and Coping Skills Groups.
• Assist individuals with independent living skills development and community integration.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain personal physical, mental, and emotional wellness in order to effectively perform job duties and model healthy recovery practices.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborative care planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the recovery and success of individuals served.

Requirements

• Current Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification.
• Completion of 12 semester hours of college coursework in a mental health-related field, or a high school diploma/equivalent with at least six months of formal training in mental health or a related field.
• Ability to maintain the required 18 hours of continuing education annually.
• Successful completion of all required background screenings and clearances, including:
  • OIG/Sanctions Screening
  • Valenz Screening
  • Professional References
  • Pennsylvania Criminal Background Check
  • Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
  • Child Abuse Clearance
  • FBI Clearance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training
• Career Growth & Development
• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines