Certified Peer Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: CCR Butler South Main Street

• BUTLER, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $15.00Hourly, 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 11 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.
• The Certified Peer Specialist will assist peers in developing their individual service plans and use these plans to encourage engagement in resources, provide mental health education and support individual recovery.
• The support does not stop with the client, the Certified Peer Specialist will also attend community events and meetings to help advocate and promote local resources. Through these activities and face-to-face meetings with the client, the Certified Peer Specialist will set goals such as life skills and help them make their own decisions regarding care and treatment.
• The Certified Peer Specialist will maintain scheduled appointments and meet utilization standards. The majority of the Certified Peer Specialists' work will take place during face-to-face meetings with the client at the client's chosen location.
• Provide assistance and encouragement in accessing appropriate services to maintain living, learning and working in the community.
• Educate clients, family members and community providers about recovery-oriented services.
• Teach skills needed to make informed life decisions and increase life management skills.
• Maintain utilization requirements.
• Other duties as assigned to support the mission of the agency. This is a very rewarding position that can develop into a long-term career. At CCR, there are lots of opportunities for career development. It is a great way to improve your skills and education. 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. $15.00/hour.

Benefits

Health Insurance Employee Only: $41.93/per pay Employee & Child(ren): $73.32/per pay Employee & Spouse: $93.60/per pay Full Family: $121.61/per pay FREE Dental & Vision FSA – Flexible Spending Account 403b Retirement Plan with Employer match up to 6% Earn up to 20 days paid time off in the first year! 7 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Personal Day!

Tuition Reimbursement Short-Term Disability Life Insurance Supplemental Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mileage Reimbursement set at the IRS rate. 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