Certified Peer Specialist

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Certified Peer Specialist

$18.49/hr

Lower Merion Counseling & Mobile Services

Full-Time - 40 hours

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) provides peer support, advocacy, recovery education, and skill‑building to Persons in Recovery (PIRs). The role focuses on fostering hope, promoting wellness, strengthening natural supports, and helping individuals regain control over their recovery process. This position is part of the Recovery Support Team and models RHD values in all interactions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Services

Serve as an active member of the Recovery Support and CPS Teams.

Use personal lived experience to model recovery and instill hope.

Help individuals develop personalized Recovery Service Plans.

Facilitate identification of strengths, supports, and community resources.

Conduct regular meetings with clients, documenting progress per program standards.

Provide education on recovery tools (e.g., WRAP), self‑help, mutual support, and orientation for new participants.

Utilize Motivational Interviewing to support behavior change and combat negative self‑talk.

Support individuals in community integration activities (social, educational, advocacy, etc.).

Assist individuals in setting and achieving recovery goals, improving social and interpersonal functioning.

Refer individuals to supportive services and communicate service successes or gaps to supervisors.

Professional & Administrative

Maintain CPS certification and attend required trainings.

Safeguard confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, OSHA, fire safety, and organizational policies.

Participate in staff meetings and promote a positive image of RHD.

Document all services accurately and completely.

Work primarily in the community (approx. 80% of time).

Maintain professionalism and exercise sound judgment.

REQUIREMENTS

Pennsylvania Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification.

High School Diploma or GED.

Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.

Ability to pass Act 33 and State Police background checks.

Self‑identified current/former recipient of mental health or co‑occurring services.

At least 12 months of paid or volunteer experience within the past 3 years

(one year of recent education may substitute).

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting peer relationships.

Detail‑oriented with solid written/verbal communication.

Ability to work with diverse populations and network within the community.

Effective time management and follow‑through skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of recovery principles and tools, including WRAP.

Understanding of Certified Peer Specialist service expectations.

Ability to use office equipment (computer, phone, copier, etc.).

Meets physical requirements: frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs, lifting up to 20 lbs., and other moderate‑level physical tasks.

Flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends, based on program needs.

BENEFITS

Full-time employees are eligible to

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401k, Life, Disability Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Training, Career Advancement

DailyPay - A benefit that allows you to access your pay when you need it

HSA, FSA

Life Assistance Program

A Great Team Environment

Competitive Wages

Wellness Program

ABOUT APIS AND THE AFFILIATE, RHD

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organization's stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

RHD, an Affiliate of APIS Services, Inc., operates over 160 programs in 15 states, with a heavy presence in Pennsylvania, offering residential services, mental health care, and addiction recovery. Lower Merion Counseling & Mobile Services (LMCMS) is a long-standing program providing comprehensive mental health/substance abuse services, recently implementing "just-in-time" scheduling for faster psychiatric access.

Mission: Empowering people with disabilities and marginalized individuals to live with dignity and independence.