Certified Peer Specialist (Full Time) - Bucks County

What You'll Do

Collaborate with participants to create self-directed goals to assist them in their path to recovery.

Support participants with educational, employment, and social related goals, benefit/medical resources, mental health and substance use services, budgeting skills and exploring housing options in accordance with their support plan.

Attend socialization activities, such as attending amusement parks, festivals, recovery learning centers, 12 step meetings, etc.

In collaboration with participants, create WRAP Plans and encourage the development of mental health advanced directives; facilitate peer support groups on participants' interests as needed.

Collaboratively document participant progress in the electronic health records system.

Other duties as assigned to fulfill MHP's mission.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School or GED Diploma; Associates Degree in a Human Services related field is preferred.
• Credentialed as a Certified Peer Specialist and eligible for certification through the PA Certification Board.
• Within the last three (3) years, maintained at least 12 months of successful full or part-time paid or voluntary work experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the local Mental Health System.
• Must possess basic computer skills to perform job duties including desktop computing, e-mail, timesheet management, electronic health records, internet research, etc. and the ability to learn software applications relevant to your position.
• Strong skillsets in oral and written communication, cultural competence, interpersonal relationships and teamwork, attention to detail, customer service, time management, autonomy, problem solving and organization.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines and billable unit requirements, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines and billable unit requirements, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Skills

• Collaborative problem-solving
• Customer service
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Autonomy
• Problem solving
• Organization

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (Up to 39.5 paid days off per year)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• No Cost Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• No Cost Employee Assistance Program
• Retailer Plan with Annual Discretionary Employer Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Continuous Growth & MHP Sponsored Training Opportunities

Pay

• $17.50/hour

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

About MHP

Mental Health Partnerships (MHP) seeks to empower individuals with mental health challenges to live full and satisfying lives, based on their specific needs and choices, all while remaining connected to their families, friendships and communities.

MHP offers over 40 services throughout the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond, including Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania.