51 peer support specialist jobs at 25 companies in Malvern, PA
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Peer Support Specialist I
Claymont or Wilmington
$18-$21/hrOnsitePart Time
Recovery Innovations: Provides behavioral health crisis and recovery services.
Peer Employment Training and Peer Support Specialist certification, high school diploma or equivalent, lived mental health or substance use experience, communication skills, basic computer skills, and de-escalation training.
Acadia HealthcareNASDAQ: ACHC: Provider of behavioral healthcare and addiction treatment services.
3+ YOEHigh school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years in behavioral health, peer specialist certification, CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification; acute inpatient experience preferred.
Horizon House Rehabilitation Services: Nonprofit mental-health rehabilitation provider serving adults with behavioral-health needs, disabilities, and homelessness in Pennsylvania.
1+ YOEMust be a certified peer specialist with lived experience of serious mental illness, high school diploma/GED, good communication, ability to establish trusting relationships, and flexibility for on-call and local travel.
Legacy Treatment Services: New Jersey nonprofit behavioral health and human services provider serving children, adults, and families.
1+ YOERequires crisis intervention training, 2 years of continuous recovery from an SMI or SUD diagnosis, 1 year of community field experience, approved peer certification, and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Valley Forge Medical Center and Hospital: Private Pennsylvania addiction-treatment hospital providing medical detox, residential rehabilitation, wound care, and 24-hour care for adults.
High school diploma or equivalent required; peer support certification required; one year of addiction treatment or mental healthcare experience preferred; knowledge of recovery and trauma-informed care.
John F. Kennedy Behavioral Health Center: Nonprofit Philadelphia behavioral health center providing mental-health and substance-use treatment to adults, children, and families.
Peer Specialist certification and lived recovery experience required; HS diploma/GED; complete WRAP and WRAP Facilitator training within 12 months; maintain CEUs; conduct outreach, documentation, group facilitation, and crisis support.
Peerstar, LLC: Private Pennsylvania behavioral health organization providing Medicaid-covered peer support to people facing mental health and recovery challenges.
0.5+ YOEMust attest to a mental health diagnosis and recovery, complete or possess state peer certification (CPS), 6–12 months relevant work/volunteer experience, be 18+, use iPad for documentation, and have reliable transportation.
Community Behavioral Health: Nonprofit behavioral health managed care organization serving Philadelphia Medicaid recipients through mental health and substance-use services.
1+ YOERequires peer specialist certification, PA child abuse clearance, 1–2 years of direct peer support experience, community-based or clinic experience, strong communication, travel throughout Philadelphia, Microsoft Office, and HIPAA compliance.
PATH: Philadelphia nonprofit providing behavioral health and intellectual disability services to children, youth, families, and adults.
High school diploma or GED; experience supporting people with psychiatric or intellectual disabilities preferred; Pennsylvania-approved peer specialist certification, EHR use, recovery history, and crisis intervention ability.
Delaware Guidance Services: Nonprofit behavioral health provider serving Delaware children, youth, and families through outpatient and crisis services.
Requires lived youth behavioral health support experience, age 18–24, high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, communication, collaboration, and crisis support skills.
Preferred Behavioral Health Group: New Jersey nonprofit behavioral healthcare provider serving children, adults, and families with mental health and addiction services.
2+ YOERequires 2 continuous years of sustained recovery, high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver's license, age 21+, substance use disorder knowledge, required peer-support training, and drug and background checks. CPRS and bachelor's degree preferred.
COMHAR: Nonprofit health and human services provider serving children, adults, and families with behavioral health and intellectual disabilities.
HS/GED and Certified Peer Specialist certification required. Provide peer support, assist with ADLs, co‑facilitate groups, accompany clients to appointments, complete timely documentation, and participate in treatment teams.
Valley Youth House: Pennsylvania nonprofit providing shelter, housing, counseling, prevention, and life-skills services to children, youth, and families.
Peer with lived mental-health experience to provide one-on-one support, community-based services, documentation, and crisis reporting; high school diploma/GED and Act 33-34 clearances required.
Center For Family Services: Non-profit providing social services, behavioral health, and community support.
1+ YOEHigh school diploma, CPRS (or willingness to certify within 6 months), lived recovery experience required, valid driver's license and auto insurance, ability to travel locally, and flexible part-time availability; Spanish bilingual preferred.
Sevita: Provider of home and community-based specialized health care.
1+ YOEHigh school diploma/GED, 1–2 years related paid or volunteer experience, peer support certification, valid driver's license, registration, and auto insurance required.
PMHCC, Inc.: Nonprofit human-services systems manager providing behavioral-health, housing, and administrative support for Philadelphia-area public programs.
High school diploma/GED, completed trauma-informed peer support competency certificate, strong communication and community engagement skills; peer certification preferred or required within one year.
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
Community Council Health Systems: Philadelphia nonprofit behavioral health provider delivering mental health, substance-use, case-management, and educational services for adults and children.
Provide mobile peer support in community settings, crisis intervention, problem solving, conflict resolution, cultural competence, and group facilitation.
Bethanna: Christian nonprofit human-services organization providing adoption, child-welfare, and behavioral-health care for children and families in Pennsylvania.
High school diploma or equivalent, lived experience supporting a child/adolescent with behavioral health or foster care, strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Action Wellness: Nonprofit HIV-services organization providing trauma-informed care, housing, and prevention for people living with HIV.
1+ YOEHigh school diploma/GED, active Pennsylvania Certified Recovery Specialist certification, and one year of lived recovery experience. Peer support experience preferred; certification support may be provided after hire.