Certified Peer Specialist PT/PRN - $1,500 Hiring Bonus

Certified Peer Specialist PT/PRN

• $1,500 Hiring Bonus 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars New Kensington, PA 15068 $17.00
• $17.50 an hour
• Part-time Wesley Family Services 278 reviews $17.00
• $17.50 an hour
• Part-time $1,500 HIRING BONUS paid in installments: $500 at 3 months, $500 at 6 months, and $500 at 1 year!

Schedule:

three 8-hour days per week (Thursday + 2 weekdays to be determined by team lead)

• CPS certification can be obtained within 1 year of hire!
• Wesley Family Services offers the following benefits:

ALL EMPLOYEES

Tuition discounts

• up to a 20% discount on tuition for certain degree programs at local partnering colleges Annual performance evaluations with pay increase eligibility Employee Assistance Program Free licensure supervision (minimum work hours may apply) WFS Wellness Center myStrength Discounted home, auto, and pet insurance

PART TIME EMPLOYEES

Paid time off accrued based on normal hours worked (for example, 9 PTO days accrued in your first year if you work 24 hours per week) 401k plan with an employer match of up to 4%

• eligible after 2 consecutive years of service for employees who have worked at least 500 hours per year

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

The Certified Peer Specialist

• PT/PRN assists with service coordination and service delivery to those receiving peer support services.

The incumbent aids and supports consumers through recovery orientation from a lived experience and perspective.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of paid experience working with individuals in a behavioral health program.
• Training experience and/or attendance at consumer conferences preferred .
• Desire to disclose a lived experience with behavioral health services and/or recovery orientation.

Licenses, Certifications & Clearances:

• Certified Peer Support (CPS) Certification (must already have OR be able to obtain within 1 year of hire)
• Act 33/34 Clearances
• FBI Clearance
• Valid State of PA Class 1 Drivers License
• Access to properly insured motor vehicle for client transportation and fieldwork and a safe driving record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Exhibits ethical business behavior and maintains confidentiality of information and compliance as required by WFS policy.
• Ability to exhibit cultural sensitivity and to contribute to a work environment where diversity is welcomed and supported.
• Ability to be punctual and committed to the role.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise flexibility and creativity in working with others.

Mental Illness and/or

Substance Abuse Requirements:

• Knowledge of community support systems/resources (local meetings, options, etc.).
• Ability to identify and support symptoms of the MISA population.
• Ability to identify and support differences in the MISA population compared to the SPMI population.
• Ability to identify symptoms of and support those who experience co-morbid symptoms.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures the opening/closing of the center and performs appropriate appliance checks.
• Provides certified peer support to those requesting this service.
• Communicates with consumers, therapists, and the support staff providing services.
• Assists consumers with the development of personal goals and seeking additional resources that support said goals.
• Reports to both the Direct Supervisor and Recovery Manager for ongoing case-consultation and support.
• Encourages consumer participation and assertiveness/advocacy development.
• Distributes information regarding recovery-oriented services and linkages to those receiving services.
• Maintains records and files according to the provisions of the setting/position.
• Addresses all issues of fraud, waste, and/or abuse as they arise and proactively looks for ways to prevent instances of fraud, waste, and abuse in the service delivery system and work systems of the agency as described in the agency Compliance Plan.

Quality Whole Person Care® is Wesley Family Services service philosophy that aims to enhance the clinical care provided to individuals served while also helping to strengthen the way we support one another as colleagues. WFS has embedded QWPC practices which emphasize every person has value in all aspects of services and work-place culture. WFS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policies for both current and prospective employees prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin (including limited English proficiency), age, sex assigned at birth, sexual orientation, transgender identity, gender transition, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, or military/veteran status.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.00

• $17.

50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Application Question(s): Do you have a valid CPS certification OR will you be able and willing to obtain this within 1 year of hire?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

behavioral health: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person