Peer Support Specialist

Qualifications:

• A person who is self identified as having met the criteria for serious mental illness as defined in the Mental Health Bulletin

(OMH who utilizes or has utilized mental health and/or co-occurring services and has been trained and certified to

help her/his peer identify and achieve specific self-determined goals.

• Must be a Certified Peer Specialist – certified by a PA State approved entity
• Demonstrates knowledge of recovery/wellness principles and ability to model and mentor the recovery process and

demonstrate effective coping skills

• A high school diploma or GED
• At least one year of paid or volunteer work; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the

level of knowledge, skill and ability required.

• Ability to establish supporting trusting relationships with people with mental illnesses and respect for peoples' rights and

personal preferences is essential.

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a focused interdisciplinary team.

Scope:

• Frequent interactions with peers who are at different stages of recovery.
• May be required to assist with crisis intervention in emergency situations in an ancillary/supportive role educating and

supporting peers in the development and implementation of WRAP and Advanced Directives.

• Light lifting and/or carrying, not to exceed 25 lbs.
• Local travel required.
• Flexibility in scheduling and available to do 24-hour on-call coverage.

Required

• At least one year of paid or volunteer work; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.

Required

• High School or better

Required

• Cert Peer Specialist
• Driver's license

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