Certified Peer Specialist Sports & Recreation - Pittsburgh, PA at Geebo

Certified Peer Specialist

Employment Type:

Full time
Shift:

Day Shift
Description:

_Position Purpose:
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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:
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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:
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High School Diploma/Equivalent

Must hold a PA Certified Peer Specialist Certification (CPS) OR completed the Certified Peer Specialist training program (must qualify to sit for the certification exam within 6 months of hire).

Valid Driver License and ability to drive an organization vehicle

Act 33/34/73 Clearances

Pre-Employment Drug Screen
_Position Highlights and
Benefits:
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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_

Monday - Friday 9:
00am - 5:
00pm
_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 to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteranEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.

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