Peer Specialist - 230301

Claratel Behavioral Health • Atlanta, GA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Peer Support Specialist is an integral part of the Peer Support Program, which provides recovery-focused services to individuals with severe, persistent mental illnesses. Under general supervision, Peer Support Specialists provide psycho-educational skill-building groups/interventions to promote socialization, recovery, wellness, self-advocacy, daily living skills & development of natural/community supports.

Requirements

• Certification as a peer specialist (CPS-MH) by the Georgia Certified Peer Specialist Project
• 6 months experience working/volunteering in the capacity of CPS in adult mental health & with individuals diagnosed with severe, persistent mental illness
• Competency in teaching basic group skills, understanding how to engage individuals in treatment & development of self-advocacy
• Minimum of High School diploma or GED
• Proficient computer skills to be able to use electronic medical records
• Care coordination skills to assist individuals with accessing/linking to additional resources and/or services within the agency and/or community
• Must have transportation to and from work, strong interpersonal skills & be a positive team player, ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, & be a positive role model for persons served
• Must complete and pass agency-sponsored defensive driving course, as well as all other agency-required trainings

Responsibilities

• Prepares and provides recovery-oriented, psycho-educational groups
• Manages a caseload, provides consistent care coordination, skills training and referral completion
• Assists in evaluating progress, developing individual recovery plans & ensuring appropriate level of care
• Educates and advocates with family members and other caregivers to support individuals in their recovery
• Is a role model of recovery, flexibility, and professionalism
• Documents all contacts and complete individual daily progress notes
• Works cohesively with co-workers, site physicians, adult outpatient clinicians, administrative staff, agency administration, personal care home providers & family members
• Possesses basic computer skills & utilize electronic medical records daily
• Completes/passes agency-sponsored defensive driving course, as well as all other agency-required trainings
• Is responsible for transporting, via agency vehicle, program participants on community integration outings
• May require occasional weekend or adjusted hours due to program and community events
• Additional duties may be assigned by the Program Lead and/or Director, as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED