D104 - Adult MH Crisis - Certified Peer Specialist
River Edge Behavioral Health•Macon, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
River Edge Behavioral Health is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to join our dedicated team in providing recovery-oriented support to individuals in our Adult and Child & Adolescent Units. This role is ideal for someone with lived experience of mental illness or co-occurring disorders, who is passionate about helping others on their path to recovery. The position is located at 3575 Fulton Mill Road, Macon, GA, with a schedule of 36 hours per week, consisting of three 12-hour shifts, Sunday through Saturday, and every other weekend, from 7pm to 7am.
Requirements
- Must have a primary diagnosis of mental illness, or a dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance use disorder.
- Must identify as a person with lived experience (current or former consumer of mental health services).
- Hold a valid Certified Peer Specialist Certificate.
- Possess a high school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Deliver a wide range of paraprofessional social services to individuals and families.
- Actively participate in treatment team planning and deliver crisis intervention support as needed.
- Provide supportive counseling and serve as a liaison between clients and social services.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision benefits
- paid vacation
- retirement plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- 11 Paid holidays
- Voluntary Life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
