Paraprofessional/Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)

Benchmark Human Services•Savannah, GA

7d•$19 - $22•Remote

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is recruiting for a Paraprofessional/Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to provide mobile crisis support services to individuals who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis or are in a situation likely to turn into a behavior health crisis if supportive services are not provided. The program serves all counties in Region 5 of GA. Benchmark Human Services has a mission to empower those they serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. They strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of their employees.

Requirements

Driver’s license
Dependable transportation + vehicle insurance
High school diploma/GED
Certified as a peer specialist, or meets qualifications to be a certified peer specialist.
Must be willing to flex schedule according to the needs of the individual and blended mobile crisis.
Thorough background history will be completed.

Nice To Haves

Some college preferred
Experience working with individuals with mental illness, emotional disorders, and substance-related disorders who are experiencing emotional or behavioral crisis (5 years preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide crisis support services to individuals who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis or are in a situation likely to turn into a behavior health crisis if supportive services are not provided.
Comply with all standards to ensure the health, safety and respect of consumers we serve
Act as a member of the blended mobile crisis as scheduled and needed
Provide crisis follow-up services within 24 hours of crisis disposition
Complete face-to-face follow-up with individuals, as assigned, after crisis response
Ensure individuals are linked with appropriate follow-up psychiatric, social, and or medical services prior to final follow-up
Complete documentation as required by Benchmark Human Services and state and federal regulations
Assist in the completion of safety plans, as directed by the clinician
Attend community partner meetings in the region, and provides education regarding blended mobile crisis.
Attend all scheduled training and staff meetings
Assist with crisis response as required, including face-to-face response within an average of 60 minutes
Complete all necessary documentation in accordance with applicable policies and procedures