About River Edge Behavioral Health
Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Care extender will provide
interventions which promote socialization, wellness, self-advocacy, development of
natural supports, and maintenance of community living skills. The Care Extender will
utilize personal life experiences to help foster a relationship of trust and support,
identify strengths and unmet needs, build connection, confidence and hope for the
individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k with an employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

Responsibilities:

• Advocate for people with disabilities.
• Share resources and building skills.
• Build community and relationships.
• Lead Peer groups in relationships, employment, abuse/neglect/exploitation, advocacy.
• Mentor and set goals.
• Train staff from the perspective of being supported in waiver services.
• Provide emotional and social support to individuals with whom they share a common experience.

Technical Competencies:

• Ability to assist and supervise individuals with daily living activities.
• Knowledge of agency confidentiality policies.
• Ability to build relationships with community providers.
• Knowledge of pertinent state, federal and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of program area.
• Ability to prepare area specific training.
• Knowledge of available resources.
• Ability to provide training to individuals and staff.
• Ability to communicate.
• Knowledge of various recreational activities.
• Ability to plan recreational activities for individuals.
• Ability to participate in supportive guidance, program planning meetings, and service training.
• Knowledge of agency safety policies and procedures.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to complete participant orientation sessions.
• Ability to recognize contributions and celebrate accomplishments.
• Knowledge of agency accepted group/interview techniques.
• Ability to develop teaching aids.

Location site: 175 Emery Highway
Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED or Certificate of Completion required.
• Must have a diagnosis of Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities; may have a dual diagnosis of mental health and IDD.
• Provide 2 professional references.
• Valid identification.

Career Development Criteria:

• Complete agency-specific required training and certifications
• Peer Mentor training
• Attend seminars
• Group facilitation training.
• Conflict resolution training
• Obtain any relevant certifications.

Additional Information:
The Application Process
All qualified applicants will be considered.
This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.
The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.
Safe Working Environment
We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continues to be the most effective way to fight COVID-19.
Diversity and Inclusion
River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status.
Drug-Free Workplace
River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.
If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.