Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose:

The Certified Peer Specialist at Pittsburgh Mercy plays a pivotal role in fostering a supportive and empathetic environment for individuals navigating mental health challenges and/or addiction. This position aims to utilize the unique perspective gained through personal lived experiences to empower and connect with clients on their journey towards recovery.

What You Will Do:

• Peer Support Advocacy: Provide compassionate and non-judgmental peer support to individuals facing mental health challenges and/or addiction, fostering a sense of understanding and hope.
• Individualized Recovery Planning: Collaborate with clients to develop personalized recovery plans, identifying goals, strengths, and resources that promote resilience and well-being.
• Community Engagement: Actively engage with the local community to reduce stigma surrounding mental health and addiction, promoting awareness and understanding through educational initiatives.
• Group Facilitation: Lead support groups and workshops to create a safe space for individuals to share their experiences, build a sense of community, and develop coping strategies.
• Resource Navigation: Assist clients in navigating and accessing community resources, mental health services, and addiction treatment options, ensuring a holistic approach to their recovery journey.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/Equivalent
• Must hold a PA Certified Peer Specialist Certification (CPS)
• Valid Driver License and ability to drive an organization vehicle
• Act 33/34/73 Clearances
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Benefits start Day 1 of employment!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403B, PTO, Paid Holiday Days, and more!!

Schedule: This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position

Part-time position (20hours). Will typically work a daylight schedule Monday through Friday however flexibility is required regarding some evenings or weekends to accommodate consumer need.

About Pittsburgh Mercy

We're a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area's most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.

Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help - and hope - to people who are experiencing: Mental illness and substance abuse, Physical health needs, Intellectual disabilities, and Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.