Certified Peer Specialist - Wernersville State Hospital
Certified Peer Specialist - Wernersville State Hospital
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$ 35306 - 51932
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Would you enjoy a career in which you could play a vital role in assisting and advocating for some of Pennsylvanias most vulnerable citizens If so Wernersville State Hospital is excited to welcome a dedicated and compassionateindividual to join our dynamic team as a Certified Peer Specialist. This is an excellent way to kickstart your career in human services with an agency that offers various opportunities for professional advancement. Do not miss your chance toexperience the satisfaction of public service while making a positive impact in the lives of others!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Certified Peer Specialist you will be responsible for providing peer support services to those in an inpatient setting by serving as an advocate to help consumers regain control over their lives through the recovery process. Work involves collaboration with peer mentors other hospital staff family and community members and other advocates to assist consumers in selfidentifying personal goals for recovery determining steps to reach recovery goals and providing an environment of mutual respect empowerment and opportunities within their communities. Work also entails providing information on public services educational opportunities employment and vocational skill supports as well as actively listening to and advocating with consumers reflectively to recognize their strengths and recovery options. If you thrive in a collaborative team environment with the ultimate goal of helping others we want to meet you!
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Fulltime employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday Friday with a 30minute lunch.
- This position may require overtime and emergency callin.
- Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $35306.00 (before taxes).
- The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits pay increases paid leave and holidays as well as opportunities for career advancement.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email including spam/junk folders for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirements:
- This position requires possession of an active certification as a Certified Peer Specialist issued by the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB).
Other Requirements:
- You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements follow thelinkand click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
- A conditional offer of employment will requirea medical examination.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- Under the Act a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including but not limited to PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans go to click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race color religious creed ancestry union membership age gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin AIDS or HIV status disability or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application including all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
