Recovery Partner — Certified Peer Specialist (ACT/InTune)

River Edge Behavioral Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending accounts

Short and long-term disability

11 Paid holidays

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA seeks a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to support ACT and InTune programs on-site. This role emphasizes peer-led recovery, relationship-building, and collaboration with clinical teams to empower clients on their recovery journeys.

The CPS must hold a CPS certificate (or obtain it within 12 months) and a high school diploma or GED, with experience supporting individuals with mental illness or co-occurring substance use disorders through supportive,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPS Certificate (or obtain within 12 months of employment).
• Must have a primary diagnosis of mental illness or a dual diagnosis of mental illness and substance use disorder.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate client engagement and encourage treatment-seeking.
• Build authentic relationships with clients and families through empathy.
• Collaborate with clients to identify goals and life-skill development.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Certificate

Mental illness diagnosis required (primary or dual diagnosis)

Job description

River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA seeks a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to support ACT and InTune programs on-site. This role emphasizes peer-led recovery, relationship-building, and collaboration with clinical teams to empower clients on their recovery journeys.

The CPS must hold a CPS certificate (or obtain it within 12 months) and a high school diploma or GED, with experience supporting individuals with mental illness or co-occurring substance use disorders through supportive,