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Peer Specialist

Resources for Human Development
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US
$17-$18 an hour
Full-time

Job Type Full-time Description

Job title

Peer Specialist

Reports to

Program Director

Position Summary

The Peer Specialist performs a wide range of tasks to assist Persons In Recover (PIRs) in regaining control over their own recovery process.

This includes but is not limited to the development of natural supports; development of social interactions in the community;

and management of symptoms that challenge wellness in an individual.

Essential Duties and Functions

  • Delivers peer support services : such as education, advocacy, and to foster engagement in treatment process
  • Provide recovery support education for persons enrolled, staff, and family members. This may include but is not limited to : Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) for enrollees, Self-help / mutual peer support groups, training and orientation of new enrollees, and training and orientation for staff and Team members.
  • Supporting person centered interventions as identified in service plans for everyone served
  • Maintain one’s own physical, mental, and emotional well-being so that the CPS can function appropriately in the job and can model healthy functioning to those we serve.
  • Complete required documentation of services in a timely manner according to agency policy.

Qualifications

  • Must self-identify as an individual with a serious mental illness who is currently or formerly a recipient of mental health services and / or substance abuse recovery services.
  • HS Diploma / GED
  • At least 2 years working with others in Mental Health Recovery

Requirements

Physical requirements

Lifting Requirements

Medium : exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Reporting Relationships

Direct Supervisor : Unit Director

Resources for Human Development is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.

Salary Description $17-$18 / hour

30+ days ago
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