Certified Peer Specialist-Youth

LOCATION: Dublin, Georgia

The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia is seeking a qualified individual to serve as our next Certified Peer Specialist for our Mobilizing March program! The selected candidate will be a professional individual with lived experience 

Responsibilities of the Certified Peer Specialist-Youth:

• Support individuals in articulating personal goals for recovery and wellness
• Support individuals in articulating the objectives necessary to reach their recovery and wellness goals and link with others within the workforce through collaboration and problem-solving to progress toward peers' goals
• Documents progress notes by assisting peers in identifying strengths, recovery & wellness goals; setting objectives; identifying barriers; recognizing and reporting progress peers have made toward meeting their objectives; and understanding and utilizing specific interventions necessary to support peers in meeting their recovery and wellness goals
• Complete progress notes no later than 24 hours after delivering the service and have notes finalized within seven days of service, with zero instances of noncompliance
• Utilize CPS-specific training techniques, as well as implement PEARLS training techniques, to build rapport and a peer-based relationship to support and encourage peers' life journeys
• Will utilize own unique recovery experience by role-modeling the value of every peer's recovery experience; supporting peers in obtaining decent and affordable housing of their choice in the most integrated, independent, and least intrusive environment; modifying more restrictive environments; and demonstrating effective
• Utilizing coping techniques and self-help strategies through examples from their own lived experience
• Maintain working knowledge of current trends and developments in the mental health field; continue to develop and share recovery-oriented materials with other CPSs; attend continuing education sessions offered by the CPS Project; and attend relevant seminars, meetings, and in-service training whenever offered
• Communicate active acceptance of peers and their life goals and communicate accurate information to others within the workforce in a professional and courteous manner
• Hold peers being served with respect and consideration, acting with an empathetic attitude by suspending and interrupting bias and blame
• Will provide peer services on a weekly basis to each peer on the caseload, with a minimum of two visits monthly
• Community Transition Planning is expected to be provided when youth are in CSU, YDC, RYDC or PRTF placement a minimum of two times monthly
• Will obtain (if not already certified) and maintain continuing education to uphold Certified Peer Specialist certification annually, or as deemed by certification standards
• All other duties as assigned
   

Here are some of the things we require:

• Lived experience with a behavioral health diagnosis or substance use
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Office Products
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines accordingly

Here’s what would put you over the top: