Certified Peer Specialist/Case Manager

4 days ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States River Edge Behavioral Health Full time
Job Title: Certified Peer Specialist/Case Manager

River Edge Behavioral Health is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist/Case Manager to join our team. As a Certified Peer Specialist/Case Manager, you will play a crucial role in providing support to individuals on their recovery journey.

Job Summary:

The Certified Peer Specialist/Case Manager will work with a multidisciplinary team to provide support to individuals with disabilities, including those who are homeless, have very low to no income, and/or have serious, persistent issues such as substance abuse, mental illness, HIV/AIDS, or other serious challenges to a successful life.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide training in personal hygiene, accessing community resources, medical adherence, household management, or other needs as outlined in the client's Individual Service Plan.
  • Ensure that client interactions are person-centered and goal-focused.
  • Perform home visits and off-site case management meetings.
  • Provide referrals for comprehensive services to ensure housing sustainability.
  • Maintain a caseload of 15-20 individuals.
  • Maintain contact with all clients based on their service needs level.
  • Identify and provide intervention for potential crisis situations.
  • Assist with securing supportive services, including mental health, primary healthcare, and substance abuse support.
  • Facilitate relationship-building between landlords, caretakers, and clients.
  • Provides transportation to appropriate community-based resources.
  • Communicates and collaborates with outside agencies and referral resources, including food stamps, Social Security, and disability benefits.
  • Enter participant information into the database in a timely manner and update as needed.
  • Completes client entries, exits, and self-sufficiency matrices.
  • Maintain complete and organized files.
  • Maintains and provides documentation on program goals and outcomes.
  • Maintains appropriate case documentation and client confidentiality.
  • Prepares and submits reports to the Supervisor or Team Lead as required.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in social service field (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services) or related field.
  • Certified Peer Specialists and individuals with lived experience of homelessness, substance use, and/or mental health diagnoses are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • 1 year of experience in case management is strongly preferred.
  • 2 years experience working with individuals previously experiencing homelessness in a community setting preferred.
  • 2 years experience working with individuals with substance use and/or mental health diagnoses preferred.
  • Knowledge of the Housing First and Harm Reduction models is preferred.
  • Proficiency with the Homeless Information Management System, Client Track, preferred.
  • Reliable transportation and a valid Georgia state ID, are required.
Competencies:
  • Empathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others, crucial for providing effective peer support in challenging situations.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills to facilitate meaningful connections with peers and convey information clearly.
  • Case Management: Proficiency in organizing and managing client cases, including coordinating services, maintaining records, and tracking progress.
  • Crisis Intervention: Skill in providing immediate support and assistance to individuals experiencing mental health crises, ensuring their safety and well-being.
  • Documentation: Ability to accurately record client interactions, progress, and treatment plans in accordance with organizational standards and confidentiality protocols.
Additional Information:

River Edge Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and are 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 makeup, disability, age, or veteran status.

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.

Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

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