POSITION PURPOSE:
To provide non-clinical support to individuals in the community. A member of the Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment Team that provides community-based services to adults with mental health and co-occurring disorders.WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Will provide non-clinical support to individuals in the community. As a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS), you are first and foremost a peer – meaning that you have lived experience with mental illness and/or addition – and can serve as a role model for recovery values and principles, providing hopeful information about recovery and wellness.Will provide stage wise treatment interventions based on the consumer’s stage of change.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must self-identify as an individual with a serious mental illness, who is currently or formerly was a recipient of mental health services, is in the process of his/her/their recovery and has successfully completed training in illness management recovery interventions.High School Diploma or GEDCurrent certification as a CPS (or will obtain within twelve months of hire).Must have lived experience in drug and/or alcohol recovery. Valid driver licenseAbility to drive an organization vehicleAct 33/34/73 Clearances (Criminal/Child/FBI Department of Human Services)Pre-Employment Drug ScreenChild Protective Services Law training (CPSL)POSITION HIGHLIGHTS/BENEFITS:
WORK SCHEDULE: This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position. Primarily Monday through Friday daylight – hours may vary according to program need. Will provide on call services on a rotating basis
Great Benefit Package: (Benefits start Day 1 of employment): 403B with employer match; Paid Time Off (PTO); Medical, Dental, Vision; Life Insurance; Paid Holiday Days; Plus more………
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. 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; Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness.
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.