Client Support & Peer Specialist – Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Georgia seeks a Client Support Worker/Peer Specialist to assist with daily living activities at homes or facilities and to provide training in personal and social skills. Employment requires compliance with state background checks and supportive supervision.

The role supports individuals in a range of environments, including residential and day programs, and may involve transportation and limited case management as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic recreation or related discipline plus 2 years of job-related experience, or 1 year at lower level.

Responsibilities

• Arranges for needed medical care and services to ensure care is obtained.
• Assists in presenting educational group lectures on appropriate topics.
• Develops individual service/treatment plans for each consumer/student.
• Provides companionship, personal care, and support during periods of upheaval or convalescence.
• Counsels clients on behavioral problems and daily decision-making.
• Instructs clients on daily living skills in one-on-one or group settings.
• Observes and monitors client behavior and progress.
• Participates in case reviews to plan continuing services.
• Maintains client progress records and reports changes to supervisor.
• Provides transportation to appointments and activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Observation

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or related discipline

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Georgia seeks a Client Support Worker/Peer Specialist to assist with daily living activities at homes or facilities and to provide training in personal and social skills. Employment requires compliance with state background checks and supportive supervision.

The role supports individuals in a range of environments, including residential and day programs, and may involve transportation and limited case management as needed.