Certified Peer Specialist - Cps-Mh, Cps-Ad, CARES - Tues-Sat

Shifts Available:

• Sun to Thurs | 11:00 AM - 7:45 PM
• Tues to Sat | 11:00 AM - 7:45 PM

At the DeKalb Regional Crisis Center, we provide critical crisis intervention, stabilization, and withdrawal management services to adults navigating mental health challenges and substance use disorders. Our center offers a full continuum of care, from walk-in evaluations and temporary observation to short-term stabilization stays that include crisis counseling and discharge planning.

We're looking for Certified Peer Specialists (CPS/CARES) who are ready to bring their lived experience and training to help others in their recovery journey.

As a Certified Peer Specialist, you'll use your personal recovery experience to empower others as they navigate crisis situations. You'll be a beacon of hope and resilience, supporting clients as they begin the path toward stabilization and healing.

You'll serve as an advocate, motivator, and resource navigator - showing that recovery is not only possible, it's real. Your story matters. Make it part of someone else's recovery.

• Provide early engagement, orientation, and emotional support to clients during crisis intake
• Lead and co-facilitate recovery-focused groups, including topics like WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plans), discharge planning, and community resources
• Offer peer-driven counseling, skill-building, and problem-solving support
• Work closely with clinical teams, discharge planners, nurses, and other staff to ensure holistic, compassionate care
• Support individuals in developing self-directed recovery goals
• Assist with Georgia Supportive Housing Surveys and aftercare follow-up
• Accurately document client interactions and progress using electronic medical records
• Educate families and caregivers on recovery models and help advocate for client-centered care
• Uphold the CPS Code of Ethics and maintain a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approach at all times

• Georgia Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) or Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist (CARES)
• At least 6 months of experience working or volunteering as a peer support specialist
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer and documentation skills
• Understanding of recovery principles, client engagement, and care coordination

• 2+ years of experience in a crisis or behavioral health setting
• Experience facilitating group sessions and building individualized recovery plans

• Work is performed in a fast-paced crisis environment
• Must be able to complete CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) training
• Regular standing, walking, and occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs) required
• May interact with individuals exhibiting high-risk or unpredictable behavior

We value compassionate communicators, positive role models, and team players with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for recovery. You should be able to relate to people from diverse backgrounds, stay calm under pressure, and inspire hope through your example.

Reliable transportation and a commitment to professionalism are essential.

• Be part of a mission-driven team that saves lives and supports recovery
• Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Gain valuable experience in crisis and stabilization services
• Make a lasting impact through lived experience and peer support