Certified Peer Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: CCR Butler South Main Street

• BUTLER, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $15.00Hourly, Job Shift: Daylight, Job Category: Nonprofit
• Social Services, Certified Peer Specialist (Certification Required)
• Full-time Center for Community Resources Butler, PA WANT TO WORK FOR AN AGENCY THAT’S BEEN VOTED BEST PLACES TO WORK FOR 12 CONSECUTIVE YEARS WITH COMPETITIVE BENEFITS AND SALARY? Center for Community Resources Butler County is looking for a compassionate Certified Peer Specialist to work alongside client and community supports. The Certified Peer Specialist will utilize their own recovery to assist the client with their own treatment and develop a trusting, professional relationship based on empathy and understanding.

Essential Functions

Support individuals in developing and implementing individualized service plans that promote personal recovery, engagement in community resources, and increased independence. Provide peer support, mental health education, encouragement, and recovery-oriented guidance to help individuals identify personal goals and make informed decisions about their care and treatment.

Meet with individuals face-to-face at locations of their choosing to provide individualized support, build trusting relationships, and assist with progress toward recovery goals. Help individuals develop essential life skills, strengthen self-advocacy, and build the confidence needed to make informed decisions about their lives, services, and treatment.

Assist individuals in accessing and maintaining appropriate community-based services and resources that support independent living, learning, employment, and overall well-being. Educate and collaborate with family members, community providers, and other support systems to promote understanding of peer support and recovery-oriented services.

Participate in community events, meetings, and outreach activities to advocate for individuals, increase awareness of available resources, and strengthen connections to community supports. Maintain scheduled appointments, complete required documentation, and meet established service utilization standards and program expectations.

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the agency’s mission, vision, and commitment to recovery-oriented care.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent Certified Completion of a Peer Specialist Certification training curriculum approved by the Department of Public Welfare. Be a self-identified individual with a mental health diagnosis and who has reached a point in their recovery pathway where they can positively support others in similar situations.

Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, Act 33/34 and FBI clearances will be required. Individuals who have accessed human services are encouraged to apply. EOE/ADA The hours for these positions are day and evening. This gives you an opportunity to pick a schedule that best suits your needs/lifestyle. This creates a great work-life balance.

Pay rate: $15.00/hour. *Center for Community Resources is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Interested applicants should visit Student Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid Benefits & Total Rewards: HEALTH & WELLNESS Medical: Employee $41.93/pay Employee + Child(ren) $73.32/pay Employee + Spouse $93.

60/pay Employee + Family $121.61/pay FREE Dental Insurance FREE Vision Insurance FREE Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account (FSA) FREE Healthy Merits Well-Being Program EMPLOYER-PAID COVERAGE FREE Life Insurance FREE Short-Term Disability FREE Long-Term Disability TIME OFF & WORK LIFE BALANCE Up to 20 PTO days in your first year 25 PTO days at 5 years 30 PTO days at 11 years 7 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Personal Day PTO Cash-Out Option Flexible scheduling opportunities RETIREMENT & FINANCIAL 403(b) Retirement Plan Employer match up to 6% Referral Bonus - up to $1,000 Pre-tax & Roth contribution options EDUCATION & SUPPORT Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per semester / $4,000 per year Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Buy-Up Life & AD&D Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. REQUIRED: Certified Completion of a Peer Specialist Certification training curriculum approved by the Department of Public Welfare. Experience: Maintained at least 12 months successful full-time or part-time paid or voluntary work OR obtained at least 24 credit hours of post-secondary education.

Applicant must identify themselves as a mental health consumer and/or in substance abuse recovery as defined in the Medical Assistance Handbook.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, Act 33/34 and FBI clearances will be required. Individuals who have accessed human services are encouraged to apply. EOE/ADA