What are the responsibilities and job description for the D137- Peer Specialist position at River Edge Behavioral Health?
About River Edge Behavioral Health
Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.
Company Overview:
At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.
Program Overview:
River Edge Behavioral Health is actively seeking a dedicated and compassionate Peer Specialist. In this vital role, you will provide paraprofessional social services to individuals and families, offering empathetic peer support, crisis intervention, and assistance navigating personal and social challenges. You will collaborate closely with other mental health professionals to ensure a comprehensive, coordinated approach to care, while maintaining accurate documentation and facilitating access to essential services and resources.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide peer support informed by personal experience with mental health recovery.
- Offer guidance, encouragement, and practical advice to individuals engaging with the mental health system.
- Participate in treatment planning with clinical teams and support peers in addressing personal and social issues.
Qualifications:
- Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification required; candidates without certification must obtain it within 12 months of hire.
- Applicants who are not yet certified must earn CPS certification within 12 months of hire or hold a Bachelor’s degree in a social services or related field (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services).
- Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience.
- Valid Georgia Driver’s License required.
Additional Benefits:
- Flexible spending accounts
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- 11 Paid holidays
- Voluntary Life Insurance
If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.