What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Peer Specialist - Housing Support - Day Shift position at Grady Health System?
Job Description
Grady Health System offers many career paths in Behavioral Health. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages on your career, you can find a rewarding position at Grady!
10 Park Place - Outpatient
SUMMARY
The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) works with people who experience serious mental illness and acts as a role model of recovery. CPS provides group and/or individual training and counseling, as well as service coordination, support for community linkage, and advocacy support to meet individual needs. Assists with completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). May work in a clinic, peer program, or community setting.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Bachelor’s preferred
- Certification as Peer Specialist through the Georgia DBHDD/Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider Card required.
Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
