Certified Peer Specialist - Torrance State Hospital

Salary

$36,831.00 - $54,162.00 Annually

Location

Westmoreland County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-

Department

Department of Human Services

Division

HS Torrance St Hosp

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

10/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

31810

Position Number

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

F1

Pay Group

ST03

Bureau / Division Code

Bureau / Division

Torrance State Hospital

Worksite Address

121 Longview Drive

City

Torrance, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15779

Contact Name

Sandra Schleicher

Contact Email

saschleich

Become a Certified Peer Specialist at Torrance State Hospital and help individuals find strength and direction during their recovery journeys. This position gives you the opportunity to guide others by offering understanding, encouragement, and practical tools for success. You will work in a positive environment where your insight and shared experiences matter. Join an agency dedicated to providing supportive, person-centered care every day!

This position supports individuals receiving mental health services by offering guidance, empowerment, and advocacy throughout the recovery process. The role focuses on helping individuals build confidence, understand available resources, and move toward personal goals. As a Certified Peer Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

• Recovery Guidance: Support individuals in identifying strengths, setting goals, and choosing steps toward recovery
• Peer Support: Share insights through individual discussions and group activities to encourage confidence and progress
• Resource Assistance: Provide information about public services, education, and other support options
• Advocacy Services: Help individuals communicate needs, understand their rights, and access necessary supports
• Progress Monitoring: Observe individual progress and document actions that support treatment and recovery plans
• Skill Development: Teach problem-solving techniques, social skills, and recovery-strengthening strategies

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• 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.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirement:

• 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, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• 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.

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

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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