Certified Peer Specialist-Addictive Disease

Aspire Behavioral Health & DD Services; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire BH & DD SERVICES is seeking a qualified Peer Specialist to work in Albany, GA. The role involves delivering 70% billable services to individuals under supervision, ensuring timely documentation, and supporting client reengagement in services.

Certification as a Georgia Department of Human Resources Peer Specialist is required; HS diploma or equivalent is necessary. The department is PSR/PEER - Albany, Georgia, with a full-time position and payroll details included in the posting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year as a current or former recipient of treatment (mental health/substance abuse) preferred.
• GA Certified Peer Specialist designation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 70% billable services to individuals on assigned caseload.
• Complete documentation within 24 hours.
• Assist in reengagement in services and ensure valid caseload and travel/time utilization.
• Attend required trainings and supervision sessions as scheduled.

Job description

Location: Albany,GA

Wage: Up to: 30784.00 Annual

Department: PSR/PEER- Albany, Ga

Position Type: Full Time

Announcement Begin Date: 10/29/2026

Pay Grade: E

Location Name: PSR/PEER - Albany, Georgia

GENERAL NATURE OF WORK

Under the direct supervision of Licensed staff provide 70% billable services to individuals on assigned case load. Be in compliance with service guidelines. Complete documentation within 24 hours. Help people reengagement in services. Monitors service delivered are authorized, ensure caseload is accurate, use time towards travel, scheduling and activities needed to ensure successful face to face appointment. Attend agency required training, supervision, meeting as scheduled by supervisor. Will keep up with essential learning to perform assigned work. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent and Any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities in advocacy or advisory or governance and one (1) continuous year as a current or former recipient of treatment (including mental health/substance abuse treatment or diagnosis) Must be certified as Peer Specialist by the Georgia Department of Human Resources. Salary is $22,600 annually if certified.

OTHER DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS APPLICABLE TO THIS POSITION

In addition to meeting the minimal qualifications, preference will be given to those with a Bachelor's Degree in a human services area and Certified Peer Specialist designation with one year experience at the level of Certified Peer Specialist or a position with similar duties. OR one year experience at the SST -2 level with Certified Peer Specialist designation OR five years' experience at the level of Certified Peer Specialist

• A pre-employment physical required for appointment to position.
• A fingerprint criminal records investigation required for appointment to position.
• Pre-employment drug testing and random alcohol/drug testing required for appointment to position.
• Males between 18 and 26 years of age required to present proof of having registered with the Selective Services System as required by federal law or of being exempt from such registration.
• An official transcript required from the college that granted your hours and/or degree. The transcript (Primary Source) will need to be furnished to the Personnel Department with application materials.

• This announcement is open to all qualified applicants.
• This announcement is open to all current Aspire BH & DD Services employees who meet minimum qualifications for the position. They include one year of continuous employment in current position, no disciplinary actions, investigations or incidents.

ASPIRE BH & DD SERVICES does not refuse services or employment to anyone based on race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, or religious or political opinions or affiliations. An applicant who has a disability which requires special accommodation should contact Personnel at [phone] for assistance.