Certified Peer Specialist January 2024

Project HOME CPS January 2024

• Apply by Thursday, December 7, 2023.
• The program is 100% free, including testing.
• The workforce-focused program includes the support of an Employment Specialist to find a new job.
• Priority for Project HOME residents and residents of 19121 & 19132.
• Schedule
  • Part 1: CPS Training Bootcamp with Practical Computer Skills for the Workplace 
    • January 2 - 19
    • Monday through Friday
    • 10:00 am -1:00 pm
  • Part 2: CPS 75-hour main training facilitated by The Institute@MHP (Mental Health Partnership) trainers
    • January 22 - February 9
    • Monday through Friday
    • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Certification testing is February 14
• Two-part training
  • Part 1: CPS Training Bootcamp with Practical Computer Skills for the Workplace
  • Part 2: CPS 75-hour main training facilitated by Mental Health Partnership trainers
• Prerequisites
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • You will be asked to provide a copy
  • Must have 12 months of work and volunteer experience since January 2021 (for example, 3 months at one place + 9 months at another).
• Topics covered
  • Part 1
    • Practical Computer Skills for the Workforce
    • Customer Service
  • Part 2
    • Recovery Planning and Collaboration
    • Ethical Responsibility & Professionalism
    • Person-Centered and Relationship-Focused
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