Recovery Peer Support Specialist — Build Connections & Growth

Community Service Board of Middle Georgia; Eastman (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Disability Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Training Time

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia is seeking a dynamic Peer Support Worker in Eastman, GA. You will provide recovery-oriented support to individuals, families, and allies, linking them to local recovery resources and services, while upholding recovery-focused values.

Responsibilities include facilitating peer connections, maintaining accurate records, traveling for events, and supporting program implementation under guidance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent required.
• Two (2+) years of substance use recovery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with professionalism.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 Office Products.
• Ability to obtain CARES certification within first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides peer support to people who have experienced challenges with substance use or misuse in ARSC, at recovery events, meetings and over the phone.
• Provide information and facilitate development of relationships with individuals, support/mutual aid groups, and service providers when appropriate.
• Manage boundaries in relationships and adjust in accordance with the guidance provided by team leadership.
• Provide support to families and allies of people that self-identify as being in recovery or who have challenges with substance use.
• Assist Program Manager in the implementation of new services, meetings, workshops, community trainings, etc. based on feedback from the advisory board and community.
• Keep and maintain accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with guidance provided by team leadership, including but not limited to, one on ones, PCOMS, WRAP Plans, etc.
• Regularly check voicemails and respond to any peer requiring peer support services, including ASO submissions
• Complete weekly opening/closing duties and sign off on appropriate documentation as required, reporting any damages/maintenance needs to the appropriate parties
• Travel, using a company vehicle, to assigned advocacy/recovery events throughout the state, when required
• Performs all additional duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Professionalism

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia is seeking a dynamic Peer Support Worker in Eastman, GA. You will provide recovery-oriented support to individuals, families, and allies, linking them to local recovery resources and services, while upholding recovery-focused values.

Responsibilities include facilitating peer connections, maintaining accurate records, traveling for events, and supporting program implementation under guidance.