Certified Peer Specialist - Wernersville State Hospital

The Certified Peer Specialist role with the Department of Human Services gives you the chance to actively support individuals as they work toward their recovery goals. In this position, you advocate for consumers, help them recognize their strengths, and guide them as they explore new options for their future. Your energy and commitment can spark motivation and build confidence for those who rely on your support.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a strong and positive impact at Wernersville State Hospital.

• Recovery Support: Assist individuals in identifying personal goals and developing steps toward recovery
• Group Facilitation: Lead group sessions that encourage shared learning and peer connection
• Skill Building: Teach problem solving skills and help individuals identify and overcome fears
• Advocacy Efforts: Support individuals in understanding resources, services, and their personal rights
• Progress Documentation: Observe and record individual progress toward achieving program goals
• Collaborative Work: Participate in meetings and maintain positive working relationships with staff and peers

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Overtime and travel as needed. You will be subject to emergency call‑ins.
• Free parking
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.

• Special Requirements: You must be in possession of an active certification as a Certified Peer Specialist issued by the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB).
• Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, consult the Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• A conditional offer of employment will require a 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.

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

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.