Peer Recovery Group Leader

New Horizons Behavioral Health; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

New Horizons Behavioral Health in Columbus, GA seeks a Peer Support Specialist to lead evidence-based group sessions for adults with addictive diseases.

The role involves documenting progress notes, connecting clients with community resources, crisis intervention, treatment planning, advocacy, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and holistic care.

Hours are 40 per week, typically 8am–5pm, with a one-hour lunch break.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences or related field with one year of relevant experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED with 3–5 years of experience in mental health/addictive diseases also acceptable.
• Experience in group-based services and community resources is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evidence-based groupsessions with individuals identified with substance use disorders.
• Document daily notes on progress in groups.
• Provide resources in the surrounding community to aid sobriety.
• Aide in increasing coping and basic living skills.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Advocate for clients' rights within the healthcare system.
• Maintain confidential client records and prepare reports as required.
• Conduct education sessions for clients and families and participate in outreach.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.

Skills

Peer support

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Advocacy

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Science

High school diploma / GED

Job description

New Horizons Behavioral Health in Columbus, GA seeks a Peer Support Specialist to lead evidence-based group sessions for adults with addictive diseases.

The role involves documenting progress notes, connecting clients with community resources, crisis intervention, treatment planning, advocacy, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and holistic care.

Hours are 40 per week, typically 8am–5pm, with a one-hour lunch break.