CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST at Resources for Human Development

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Posting TitleCERTIFIED PEER SPECIALISTJob DescriptionCertified Peer SpecialistBethlehem, PADescriptionAre you looking for a rewarding career helping others improve their quality of life? The Lodge is hiring for a Part-Time Certified Peer Specialist!The Lodge (The Mental Health Recovery Lodge of Northampton County) is a supportive housing and recovery program for adults with mental illness in Northampton County. The Lodge provides affordable housing and a supportive environment designed to promote recovery, stability and the inherent ability to succeed. The emphasis of the Lodge is not on managing symptoms, but on increasing the quality of life as defined by the individual.Guiding Principles of The LodgeCelebrate Greatness in Self and OthersActively Implement the Mental Health Recovery ModelSupport the Pursuit of Happiness and a Meaningful Life for All Members and Staff - Aim to Thrive!Maintain a Daily Practice of Mindfulness and Self-AwarenessTake Full Ownership for How We Feel, Think and ActProvide a Holistic Program (Body, Mind & Spirit)Encourage HopeCelebrate DiversityHonor Respectful and Open CommunicationValue Creativity, Flexibility and an Entrepreneurial SpiritApply Green PracticesBe the Change We Wish to See in the WorldThe Lodge is one of the many programs of RHD, a national human services nonprofit, founded in 1970. Resources for Human Development serves tens of thousands of people of all abilities every year with caring, effective and innovative programs addressing intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health, homelessness, addiction recovery and more.At RHD, we're committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of those we serve and our more than 4,600 employees, to a collaborative management model, and to the importance of timely change and risk-taking.RHD is a different kind of company led by its values, no divisive walls, no cubicles, no private offices. Our experience has shown that in a relaxed atmosphere where employees have the chance to deal openly and directly with each other, the work environment is significantly better, communications are clear, and attitudes remain positive. We emphasize group decision-making and decentralization, so that staff has maximum authority, creativity, freedom and support to help meet the needs of the people we serve, without cumbersome centralized bureaucracy. In partnership with local governments and those we serve, RHD builds better lives, families and communities.Our Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) services consist of advocacy for Persons in Recovery (PIRs); sharing of coping skills and providing recovery information for PIRs. The CPS performs a wide range of tasks to assist PIRs in regaining control over their own recovery process. This includes but is not limited to the development of natural supports, development of social interactions in the community and management of symptoms that challenge wellness in an individual. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.Essential Duties and FunctionsDirect CareDelivers peer support services such as education, advocacy, and to foster engagement in treatment processProvide recovery support education for persons enrolled, staff, and family members. This may include but is not limited to:Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) for enrollees,Self-help/mutual peer support groups,training and orientation of new enrollees,training and orientation for staff and Team members.Supporting person centered interventions as identified in service plans for everyone servedAs appropriate, may facilitate group therapy sessions such as:WRAPRecovery Support GroupsCommunity MeetingsSymptom and Coping SkillsAssist individuals with independent living preparation.AdministrativeComplete required documentation of services in a timely manner according to agency policy.OtherMaintain one’s own physical, mental, and emotional well-being so that the CPS can function appropriately in the job and can model healthy functioning to those we serve.Performs other tasks as assigned by leadership team, to support individuals’ recovery.RequirementsCertified Peer Specialist CertificationHS Diploma/GEDAt least 2 years working with others in Mental Health RecoveryMaintain 18 credit hours of additional training each year.Physical requirementsLifting RequirementsMedium: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.Physical requirementsStand or Sit (stationary position)WalkUse hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position)Climb (stairs/ladders)Talk/Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express/exchange information)See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess)Pushing or PullingRepetitive MotionReaching (high or low)Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move)About Company:Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.