Peer Specialist I (Safe Harbor Behavioral Health)

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# Peer Specialist I (Safe Harbor Behavioral Health)

- Location: Erie, PA
- Employment type: Part-Time
- Category: Behavioral Health
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Western Behavioral Health
- Pay: $18.59–$27.96 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-12-10T21:49:41.007Z

## Description

Are you passionate about using your lived experience to inspire hope and promote recovery in others? Join our dynamic behavioral health team at *Safe Harbor Behavioral Health*as a **Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)** and make a real difference in the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges.

In this vital role, you’ll provide peer support through our *Traditional Outpatient Program*or our groundbreaking *Early Onset Psychosis Program (EORP)*—the only program of its kind in Northwestern Pennsylvania. EORP offers specialized care for individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis, and you’ll be at the forefront of delivering compassionate, person-centered services.
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