Certified Clinical Peer Specialist

State of Georgia; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) seeks a Certified Clinical Peer Specialist to assist individuals with daily living activities in various settings, under supervision. The role includes teaching personal, social, academic, and work-related skills and supporting participation in community activities.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, CPR/first-aid certification, and experience documenting progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months of relevant job-related training or experience.
• CPR and first-aid certification preferred.
• Experience documenting services and progress.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists individuals with activities of daily living.
• Provides direct care and support per service plan.
• Teaches and reinforces basic personal, social, academic, and work-related skills.
• Encourages participation in recreational, social, educational, and community activities.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and supportive living or program environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Certified Clinical Peer SpecialistAgency:Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental DisabilitiesJob Requisition ID:JR0000005343Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:SALARY: $40,144.00Job Description:The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of CERTIFIED CLINICAL PEER SPECIALIST at Georgia Regional Hospital – Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.Salary: $40,144.00Job SummaryUnder direct supervision, assist individuals with daily living activities in their homes, residential facilities, hospitals, day programs, group homes, workshops, or supported-employment environments. Provides training in basic personal and social skills, simple academics, and work-related skills.Job ResponsibilitiesAssists individuals with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, eating, and mobility.Provides direct care and support according to each individual’s service or treatment plan.Teaches and reinforce basic personal, social, academic, and work-related skills.Encourages individuals to participate in recreational, social, educational, and community activities.Observes individuals’ behavior, physical condition, and progress.Reports changes in an individual’s condition, behavior, or needs to the appropriate supervisor or clinical staff.Documents services provided, observations, incidents, and individual progress.Maintains a safe, clean, and supportive living or program environment.Follows established health, safety, emergency, and infection-control procedures.Assists with meal preparation and other routine household activities when assigned.Provides transportation to appointments and activities when required.Responds appropriately to emergencies and reports incidents according to established procedures.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED and six months of relevant job-related training or experience.Preferred QualificationsExperience providing direct care or social services to individuals with behavioral health conditions, developmental disabilities, or other special needs.Knowledge of basic first aid and safety procedures.Experience documenting services and individual progress.Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.Current CPR and first-aid certification.Valid Georgia driver’s license, if required for the assigned position.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of job-related experience providing social or direct care services to groups of special needs individuals in a human service setting; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Client Support Worker 1 (SSS010) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.