Certified PEER Specialist (Local Government) - Delaware County MH/ID

Certified PEER Specialist (Local Government) - Delaware County MH/ID

Salary

$32,099.00 - $44,938.00 Annually

Location

Delaware County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-61973-L0602

Department

Local Government

Division

HS Delaware Co Mh/Id Unit

Opening Date

11/04/2026

Closing Date

11/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

L0602

Position Number

80002104

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

LG

Pay Group

LG

Bureau / Division Code

88213423

Bureau / Division

HS Delaware Co Mh/Id Unit

Worksite Address

4990 State Road, Suite 101

City

Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19026

Contact Name

Nicole Jones

Contact Phone

484.486.4792

Contact Email

jonesnt@co.delaware.pa.us

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THE POSITION

Are you looking for a rewarding career in human services dedicated to improving the lives of others? Delaware County Department of Human Services Office of Mental Health has an immediate opening for a Certified Peer Specialist. We are currently seeking a motivated and compassionate individual to join our team. We offer a supportive work environment, an excellent benefit package, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are interested in this career opportunity, we encourage you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports mental health services across the county by assisting individuals who seek Peer Support Services and by helping maintain key program functions. As a Certified PEER Specialist (Local Government) - Delaware County, you will perform the following duties:

• Flyer Management: Develop and maintain materials that share information about available Peer Support Services
• Inquiry Response: Research and respond to requests from individuals and providers about Certified Peer Specialist services
• Communication Support: Receive and answer phone calls and emails from people seeking Peer Support and related guidance
• Record Keeping: Maintain logs and files that summarize Peer Advocate contacts, activities, and service needs
• Community Participation: Take part in advisory committee meetings and community support events that strengthen peer initiatives
• Program Assistance: Support efforts to develop alumni groups, technical assistance opportunities, and scholarship activities

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: There will be no telework for the first six (6) months of employment. After an employee has completed six (6) months of employment and have regular status, there may be opportunities for hybrid work, per the program offices' hybrid schedule. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Drexel Hill. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Certified Peer Specialist Training Program approved by the Department of Human Services (formerly the Department of Public Welfare).

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:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
• Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

• You must provide complete and accurate information or:

• your score may be lower than deserved.

• you may be disqualified.

• You may only apply/test once for this posting.

• Your results will be provided via email.

Benefit packages are determined by the county and may vary. Please contact the applicable county human resource office directly to inquire about a specific benefit package.

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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.

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Necessary Special Requirement - Have you successfully completed the Certified Peer Specialist Training Program approved by the Department of Human Services (formerly the Department of Public Welfare)? If you answer "Yes" to this question, you must attach a copy of your certification for it to be considered in the eligibility decision before submitting your application. You will not be able to attach documents after submission of application. Upload documents using the "Attachments" tab on the left. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

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Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website http://www.employment.pa.gov