Behavioral Health Worker I Peer PRN - Ware Day

Unison Behavioral Health; Waycross (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Unison Behavioral Health’s Ware Day Program in Ware County seeks a dedicated team member to support clients with behavioral health needs in a day program setting, including activities and group services.

The role requires 1-3 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a helping field for higher levels, a valid Georgia driver’s license, and the ability to obtain CPS certification within a year, with flexibility for coverage needs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of professional or personal experience in supporting mental health challenges or individuals with disabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in helping field required for level IV qualification.
• Must be 21+ with valid Georgia driver’s license and dependable transportation for commuting.
• Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification preferred but CPS eligibility required; must obtain certification within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities and group services in a day program.
• Assess treatment needs and develop, monitor, and evaluate treatment plans and progress.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary approaches and monitor client performance.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in helping field

Job description

Location: Ware Day Program Closing date: Open until filled

Hourly Rate: Commensurate with experience Range: $17 - $24.05. Additional compensation with certification.

Hours: Monday through Thursday 7-hour shifts (7:45-3:00) and off on Fridays. Will need flexibility based on coverage needs for the program

General Description: Assists with activities and group service provision in a day program for clients with behavioral health diagnoses and/or co-occurring conditions. Accomplishes client care by assessing treatment needs; developing, monitoring and evaluating treatment plans and progress; facilitating interdisciplinary approaches, and monitoring client performance. Ware County based but may assist as needed with coverage in both Waycross and Douglas programs.

Qualifications: Level of position I-IV is dependent upon level of experience. 1 - 3 years of professional or personal experience in supporting mental health challenges or individuals with disabilities. Bachelor’s degree in helping field required for level IV qualification. Must be 21 and have valid Georgia's driver's license and have dependable transportation for commuting. Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification preferred but CPS eligibility required.Must be able to obtain certification within one year of hire.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive and interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. UBH is a tobacco-free campus.