--- title: Certified Peer Specialist Bilingual Bilingual Spanish description: Certified Peer Specialist Bilingual Bilingual Spanish at Asociacion Puertorriquenos en Marcha. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/certified-peer-specialist-bilingual-bilingual-spanish-at-asociacion-puertorriquenos-en-marcha-01a0b3c1-f6bb-7ad9-9e8d-c4b56b54fa4a date: 2026-09-27T23:47:27Z og_description: Join Asociacion Puertorriquenos en Marcha as Certified Peer Specialist Bilingual Bilingual Spanish in Philadelphia, PA. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/vs9rga.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Asociacion Puertorriquenos en Marcha | | **Location** | Philadelphia, PA | | **Salary** | $20/hr - $22/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Sep 28, 2026 | ## Description **About APM** **Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha (APM)** has been helping families achieve their greatest potential since 1970 by providing early childhood education, foster care & adoption, child welfare, mental & behavioral health, community and economic development, housing, and community school services to the North Philadelphia communities. **Salary:** $20-22 per hour depending on experience **Department:** Behavioral Health **Job Type:** Full Time (5 days a week, 40 hours in total), Non-Exempt (pays overtime) **Work Schedule and Locations:**  - **4301 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19140** – Open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 8:30 AM–5:00 PM and Saturday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. - **3265 N Front Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140** – Open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM; Saturday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM and Saturday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.   **JOB SUMMARY** The Peer Specialist is a recovery-oriented team member who draws on lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery to provide support, advocacy, and mentorship to individuals on their recovery journey. Working collaboratively with clinical and support staff, the Peer Specialist helps clients build self-advocacy skills, connect with resources, and achieve personal goals that promote independence, wellness, and community integration. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** - Provide one-on-one peer support, using personal recovery experiences to build trust, offer hope, and empower clients. - Facilitate and co-lead peer support groups and recovery-focused activities. - Assist clients in developing and following individualized recovery plans. - Help clients access behavioral health, substance use, housing, employment, and other community resources. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to communicate client needs, strengths, and progress. - Support clients with crisis planning, relapse prevention, and early intervention strategies. - Promote self-advocacy, resilience, and informed decision-making. - Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR). - Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development. - Foster a welcoming, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive environment. - Other duties as assigned **BENEFITS** - Independence Administrators Medical Insurance Plan or $100/month Reimbursement with Proof of Current Plan - Livongo for Diabetes Prevention, Hypertension, and Weight Management (Only for Employees Who Elect Our Medical Insurance) - Sword, A Virtual Physical Care Program for Back, Joint, and Muscle Pain (Only for Employees Who Elect Our Medical Insurance) - WondrHealth for Weight Management (Only for Employees Who Elect Our Medical Insurance) - Sun Life Financial Insurance Plans for Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity - Basic Life Insurance (100% Employer Funded) - Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurances - 403B Retirement Plan through Mutual of America - Flexible Spending Accounts for Health, Childcare, Public Transportation, and Parking Expenses through The Harrison Group - AllOne Health Employee Assistance Program at No Cost - Employee Referral Program (You Can Earn Up to $600) - 20 Days of Paid Time Off include Illness, Vacation, Appointments, and Emergencies - 12 Days of Paid Holidays - Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) credential required. - Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required to effectively communicate with clients and families - High school diploma or GED (post-secondary education preferred). - Lived experience of recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges and a willingness to share that experience to support others. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport across diverse populations. - Strong documentation, organizational, and time management skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting while managing responsibilities independently. - Knowledge of Philadelphia-area community resources. - Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. - Local travel required. - Commitment to confidentiality, ethical practice, and professional boundaries. - Experience in behavioral health, substance use, or related human services. - Familiarity with trauma-informed and recovery-oriented practices. ## Skills - Certified Peer Specialist - Decision Making - Bilingual - Peer Support - Planning - Substance Use Recovery - Self-Advocacy - Interpersonal Skills - Early Intervention - Mentoring - Behavioral Health - English - Human Resources - Community Resource Navigation - Spanish - Recovery-Oriented Care - Electronic Health Records (Ehr) - Trauma-Informed Care - Relapse Prevention ## Benefits - Professional Development - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Employee Programs - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans - Other Retirement and Savings ## How to Apply [Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/certified-peer-specialist-bilingual-bilingual-spanish-at-asociacion-puertorriquenos-en-marcha-01a0b3c1-f6bb-7ad9-9e8d-c4b56b54fa4a?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown)