Young Adult Certified Peer Specialist (Teen Talk Lines)

Do you have lived experience with mental health and a Certified Peer Specialist training? Are you a young adult who is passionate about suicide prevention and supporting your peers with mental health needs? Access Services is hiring a part time Young Adult Certified Peer Specialist in our Plymouth Meeting, PA office to join our Teen Talk Lines as part of our Crisis Prevention programs across Montgomery and Chester Counties. Teen Talk Lines is a warm line where teens in Montgomery County and Chester County can text or talk on the phone anonymously with a peer counselor about any problems they are facing, without fear of judgment. As a Young Adult Certified Peer Specialist, you will make an impact in the lives of Montgomery and Chester County youth every day. You will be skilled as an active listener, able to demonstrate empathy toward youth from all walks of life, and willing using your own life experience to connect with individuals who are struggling. You will use your emerging leadership skills in order to be able to run a club with youth and also to be able to develop youth volunteers.Visit our Facebook page to get a glimpse of what we do!https://www.facebook.com/peersupportandteentalklin...Work Schedule: Part Time: Monday 1-9pm, Wednesday 1-9pm, Saturday 1-9pmOur Teen Talk Lines are open 7 days a week, from 1pm-9pmPlease note that this is not a remote position*RequirementsKey Responsibilities of Young Adult Certified Peer Specialist:Answer telephone calls and text messages, exhibiting empathy and active listening skillsComplete daily logs and required documentation in a timely mannerCommunicate with supervisors effectively, accurately, and in a timely mannerAs needed, offer support to individuals developing recovery/WRAP plansMaintain regular and predictable attendanceEnsure own proper conduct and fair representation of Access ServicesAs needed, respond to teens reaching out on the Teen Talk LinePotential travel to fairs, community events, and running Teen Talk Line ClubsQualifications Of Young Adult Certified Peer SpecialistHigh school diploma or GED (required)Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) or Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) certification (required)1+ years of personal experience with chronic mental health issues (required)Some experience supporting teens with mental illness (preferred)Valid driver's license with 2+ years of driving experience, reliable vehicle, and car insurance (required)No Driver's License suspensions in the last 48 monthsEssential Working Conditions/Physical DemandsUtilize desktop computer equipment on a daily basis. Able to lift or move items associated with sedentary work and light work (exert up to 20 lbs.). BenefitsPay: $18.50/hour, with CPS and/or CRS certification, and increases based on education and experienceOur Comprehensive Benefits For All PART TIME Employees IncludesPaid Time Off Mileage Reimbursement, Paid travel time between worksites Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Referral Bonuses Ongoing Training Discounts on various services, Perks with local Credit Unions. College Tuition Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement401k match Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.