Mental Health Peer Support Specialist

Keystone Mental Health Services is currently seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our team in providing individualized, person-directed support in the area of mental health. Our work focuses on inclusion and building communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and fully participate in everything society has to offer.

As a Peer Support Specialist, you will provide peer support services and act as an advocate for individuals living with mental illness across emergency, outpatient and inpatient settings.

Keystone Human Services values health, wellbeing, and professional growth. Our team has access to a competitive benefits package comprised of medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K, career advancement, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist individuals in identifying personal recovery goals and developing meaningful objectives to support their wellness journey
• Support individuals in creating, updating, and implementing their Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
• Teach and role model effective coping strategies, self-help techniques, and recovery-oriented skills
• Guide and empower individuals to facilitate Recovery Dialogues, fostering shared learning and peer connection
• Encourage and assist individuals in building and maintaining healthy support networks, including peer groups and community-based systems
• Notify management or supervisors of any incidents affecting the health, safety, or welfare of individuals in the program, as well as any unusual or unsafe conditions, within required timeframes
• Complete all required documentation accurately and within deadlines
• Provide transportation to residents as needed and in accordance with program guidelines
• Maintain active Peer Support Certification and participate in ongoing training to uphold competency in the peer role

Job details:

• Full Time position
• $19.50 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification in Peer Support
• Effective communication and basic computer skills
• Valid driver’s license with daily access to a privately maintained and insured vehicle
• Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including clearances and verifications

This job description summarizes the position’s primary duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as business needs change, consistent with applicable law.

Keystone Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Recruitment team at 717-775-1356 or [email protected].