PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach
with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds.
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WORK ENVIRONMENT
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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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TRAVEL
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This position requires regular travel.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
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High school diploma or GED with lived experience related to mental health and/or substance
abuse and has identified as being in recovery for at least I year and has completed Certified
Peer Support Training
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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Experience working or volunteering with individuals having a mental health or substance
abuse diagnosis is a plus
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
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Certified Peer Specialist required
State Certification of Peer Support
Valid PA Driver's license- preferred
QUALIFICATIONS
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Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond
effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles
using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive
speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public
groups, and/or boards of directors.
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Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic
equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as
frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance,
correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
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Certified Peer Specialist