Peer Support Worker

Peer Support Worker

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This range is provided by Community Service Board of Middle Georgia. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$12.00/hr - $13.00/hr

LOCATION:

Eastman, GA

The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia's Jail-in-Reach department is seeking a qualified individual to serve as our next Peer Support Worker. This person will be responsible for providing recovery support services, as outlined in the service definition, to people that self-identify as being in or seeking recovery from substance use disorders. This person will uphold the culture, principles, and values of recovery in all aspects of services provided to individuals, family members, friends, and allies.

This person will provide connections to local recovery communities within the ARSC, as well as treatment and recovery support services outside of the ARSC in the community. Travel within assigned service area is required.

• Keep and maintain accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with guidance provided by team leadership. Including ASO submissions.
• Provide peer support to persons who have experienced challenges with substance use or misuse in ARSC.
• Provide information and facilitate development of relationships with individuals, support/mutual aid groups, and service providers when appropriate.
• Follow-up when peers agree with care plan, managing boundaries in relationships and making adjustments in accordance with guidance provided by team leadership.
• When applicable, provide support to families and allies of people that self-identify as being in recovery or who have challenges with substance use.
• Supplies peers with information and education regarding the recovery process.
• Exemplifies CARES values and uplifts a spirit of recovery with peers, team members, and community members.
• Lead various afternoon, night and individual group/individual peer sessions as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Must obtain the Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist (CARES) Certification within ONE (1) year of employment, per DBHDD requirement and maintain certification by completing the required twelve (12) continuing education units each year that includes one CARES Connect per year.
• 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

• Be in long term-recovery from substance use, preferably with a behavioral health diagnosis.

• Generous Paid-Time Off Policy with Flexibility Company wide!
• 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!
• — And So Much More!

At this time, CSB of Middle Georgia will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Final pay rate will be dependent on a combination of qualifications such as experience and education.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Other
• Mental Health Care