CARES Certified Peer Specialist - PSY MAT (OPIOID) - Day Shift

Grady Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a CARES Certified Peer Specialist to support individuals facing serious mental health challenges. This role involves providing both group and individual training, fostering community connections, and advocating for patient needs. You will play a pivotal role in recovery by assisting clients in creating personalized Wellness Recovery Action Plans. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and have the required certifications, this position offers a rewarding opportunity in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• CARES Certification as Peer Specialist required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider Card required.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and counseling to individuals with serious mental illness.
• Assist with Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP).

Skills

Peer Counseling

Community Support

Advocacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Grady Health System offers many career paths in Behavioral Health. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your career, you can find a rewarding position at Grady!

10 Park Place

PSY MAT (OPIOID) Program

SUMMARY
The CARES Certified Peer Specialist (CARES-CPS) works with people who experience serious mental illness and acts as a role model of recovery. CARES-CPS provides group and/or individual training and counseling, as well as service coordination, support for community linkage, and advocacy support to meet individual needs. Assists with completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). May work in a clinic, peer program, or community setting.


QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent


• Bachelor's preferred


• CARES Certification as Peer Specialist through the Georgia DBHDD/Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network required


• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider Card required

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.