Certified Peer Specialist - Victory for Veterans Program

The Certified Peer Specialist provides support to veterans struggling with suicidality and their families through compassionate care and empowerment of their own recovery process. The role involves partnering with veterans to facilitate their recovery and community integration, utilizing personal life experience and first-hand recovery knowledge. Services are offered individually and within an informal group context.

Requirements

• Must be a Veteran of the Armed Forces
• Must have competed Certified Peer Specialist training in Pennsylvania or meet criteria to complete approved two-week Certified Peer Specialist training within the first 2 months of hire and pass Pennsylvania Certification Board CPS exam within 6 months of completing the two-week course
• High school diploma or GED

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off