Mercer County Behavioral Health Commission - Mental Health Certified Peer Specialist Services
8406 Sharon-Mercer Road, Mercer, PA 16137
Individuals must: A) Be 18 years of age or older B) Meet Serious Mental Illness (SMI) criteria as defined in Mental Health Bulletin OMH-94-04 Serious Mental Illness: Adult Priority Group C) Demonstrate moderate to severe functional impairment that interferes with or limits performance in one of the following life domain areas: Educational; Social; Vocational; Self Maintenance D) Be recommended by a licensed practitioner of the healing arts
Administration and Intake: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm Call for later appointments.
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Mercer, PA
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Disabilities & Health Conditions
Provides Peer Support Specialists (individuals who are self-identified current/former consumers of mental health services) who review participants’ progress in identifying and developing natural supports and social networks, identify and develop strategies to increase self-help and self improvement, and identify any additional areas that the participant feels they need additional support with in order to aide in their recovery.
Mercer County Behavioral Health Commission
Assists individuals and families experiencing substance abuse, mental illness, intellectual disabilities or developmental challenges through the administration, coordination, and delivery of a service system committed to promoting recovery and improving the quality of life of those served.