D171- Certified Peer Specialist

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. 

The Permanent Supportive Housing Program is for Fulton County residents inclusive of primary tenants and family. The Permanent Supportive Housing Program utilizes the Housing First and Harm Reduction models, ensuring a cost-effective way to help people with disabilities live more stable, productive lives. Supportive housing is widely believed to work well for those who face the most complex challenges. For those individuals that are homelessness, have very low to no income, and/or serious, persistent issues that may include substance abuse, mental illness, HIV/AIDS, or other serious challenges to a successful life, permanent supportive housing is a key to success.

Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM 

FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt 

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k with an employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide clients with training in the areas of personal hygiene, accessing community resources, medical adherence, household management, or other needs as outlined in the client's Individual Service Plan.
• Ensures that client interactions are person-centered, and goal focused.
• Perform home visits and off-site case management meetings.
• Provide referrals for comprehensive services to ensure housing sustainability.
• Maintain a caseload of 15-20 individuals.
• Maintain contact with all clients based on their service needs level.
• Identifies and provides intervention for potential crisis situations.
• Assist with securing supportive services, including mental health, primary healthcare, and substance abuse support.
• Facilitate relationship building between landlords, caretakers, and clients.
• Provides transportation to appropriate community-based resources.
• Communicates and collaborates with outside agencies and referral resources, including food stamps, Social Security, and disability benefits.
• Enter participant information into the database in a timely matter and update as needed.
• Completes client entries, exits, and self-sufficiency matrixes.
• Maintain complete and organized files.
• Maintains and provides documentation on program goals and outcomes.
• Maintains appropriate case documentation and client confidentiality.
• Prepares and submits reports to the Supervisor or Team Lead as required.
• Other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Certified Peer Specialists and individuals with lived experience of homelessness, substance use, and/or mental health diagnoses are strongly encouraged to apply. REQUIRED
• Bachelor’s degree in social service field (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services) or related field.
• 1 year experiencing in case management is strongly preferred.
• 2 years’ experience working with individuals previously experiencing homelessness in a community setting preferred.
• 2 years’ experience working with individuals with substance use and/or mental health diagnoses preferred.
• Knowledge of the Housing First and Harm Reduction models preferred.
• Proficiency with the Homeless Information Management System, Client Track, preferred.
• Reliable transportation and a valid Georgia state ID, required.

Competencies:

• Empathy: Ability to understand and share the feelings of others, crucial for providing effective peer support in challenging situations.
• Communication: Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills to facilitate meaningful connections with peers and convey information clearly.
• Case Management: Proficiency in organizing and managing client cases, including coordinating services, maintaining records, and tracking progress.
• Crisis Intervention: Skill in providing immediate support and assistance to individuals experiencing mental health crises, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Documentation: Ability to accurately record client interactions, progress, and treatment plans in accordance with organizational standards and confidentiality protocols.

Additional Information:

The Application Process

• All qualified applicants will be considered.
• This position is subject to be closed once a suitable candidate pool has been identified.
• The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
• Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we cannot provide information on application status by phone or email.

Safe Working Environment

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we recommend full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask are the most effective ways to fight.

Diversity and Inclusion

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic makeup, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drug-Free Workplace

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.

At-Will Workplace

Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

EEOC Statement

River Edge Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Edge Behavioral Heath recruits qualified candidates for positions in its service area. It is the policy of River Edge Behavioral Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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.