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Certified Peer Support Specialist - Make a Career of Helping Others
Are you someone who is looking for a new career? Do you want to help others without years of formal education?
The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) provides peer support services; serves as a consumer advocate; provides consumer information and peer support for consumers in emergency, outpatient or inpatient settings. The CPS performs a wide range of tasks to assist consumers in regaining control over their own lives and over their own recovery process.
The Mission of Unity Family Service's Peer Support Program is to:
Inspire the hope and recovery of wellness
Reduce the anxiety of the individual seeking help
Promote empowerment and self-determination
Increase understanding through self-discovery
Support community integration
Increase positive attitudes towards recovery
Decrease negative stigmas towards mental illness
Increase employment opportunities for participants
Partner with community resources
Reinforce the goal that: “I can do it, too!”
The CPS will work collaboratively with Peer Support Supervisors and Clinical Director, to provide Peer Support Services to individuals who are eligible in a variety of settings, i.e. group homes, provider service agencies, drop-in centers, community settings, and the home environment.
Complete required paperwork to assist peers (clients) on their recovery path.
Offer direct support to peers by initiating, establishing, and maintaining positive relationships with peers while developing trust and building rapport.
Attend and actively engage in internal and external treatment team meetings, supervisions, and other relevant sessions.
Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certification through Pennsylvania Certification Board or equivalent certification agency.
High School Diploma or GED.
Life experience with mental illness or the mental health system and be willing to share those experiences with your peers.
At least 12 months of successful full, part-time, or volunteer work experience within the last 3 years, or 24 credit hours of post-secondary education.
An active and unrestricted driver's license with insurance.
Derek Eyre
Human Resources Director
deyre@ufsmentalhealth.com