Community Service Board of Middle Georgia - PEO, Ltd.·Dublin, Georgia
The Certified Peer Specialist supports individuals in articulating and achieving recovery and wellness goals through lived experience and role-modeling. Responsibilities include documenting progress notes, implementing PEARLS techniques, and providing community transition planning for youth in various placements.
The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia is dedicated to providing those we serve with quality innovative behavioral healthcare in a recovery-based environment. CSB of Middle Georgia is recognized as a state leader in comprehensive behavioral healthcare providing integrated cost-effective services. CSB of Middle Georgia is located in Dublin, Georgia, and the agency currently serves residents of Bleckley, Dodge, Johnson, Laurens, Montgomery, Pulaski, Telfair, Treutlen, Wheeler, and Wilcox counties in Georgia; and in our Ogeechee Behavioral Health Division, serving residents of Burke, Emanuel, Glascock, Jefferson, Jenkins, and Screven counties in Georgia. We value Quality, Professionalism, Person-Centered, Recovery, Teamwork, Improvement, Accountability, Management of Practicing Information, Wellness, and Financial Stability.
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 IC3 (Intensive Customized Care Coordination) program! The selected candidate will be a professional individual with lived experience
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
Support peers in determining recovery and wellness interventions based on peers' life goals identified on the IC3 Action Plan
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
Provides community transition planning to peers who are in CSU, PRTF, YDC, jail, or RYDC placement two times monthly instead of peer services; in accordance with DBHDD and IC3 Program Guidelines
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
Benefits: of Working with CSB of Middle GA:
As a member of our team, you will enjoy our total rewards package to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
Medical, Dental & Vision Plan Options!
Generous Paid-Time Off Policy with Flexibility Companywide!
401(k) Plan with Company Match!
Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans!
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)!
Paid Training Time!
Opportunities for Career Growth & Advancement!
Paid Lunch Breaks
& So Much More!
At this time, CSB of Middle Georgia will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
*Please note that paid lunches are only for select positions that must assist individuals with eating needs at typical meal periods*
Candidates must have a High School Diploma/GED, a valid Georgia Driver’s License, and lived experience with a behavioral health diagnosis or substance use. Preferred qualifications include previous experience in behavioral health and specific CPS or CARES certifications.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Georgia are often competitive because employers look for candidates with a master’s degree in a related field or an active Georgia nursing license, plus prior behavioral health experience; inpatient experience is especially valued. Benefits commonly include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit against the original posting before applying.
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