Certified Peer Specialist

Company Overview :

At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.

Program Overview :

The Permanent Supportive Housing Program is for Fulton County residents inclusive of primary tenants and family. The Permanent Supportive Housing Program utilizes the Housing First and Harm Reduction models, ensuring a cost-effective way to help people with disabilities live more stable, productive lives. Supportive housing is widely believed to work well for those who face the most complex challenges. For those individuals that are homelessness, have very low to no income, and / or serious, persistent issues that may include substance abuse, mental illness, HIV / AIDS, or other serious challenges to a successful life, permanent supportive housing is a key to success.

Key Responsibilities :

• Deliver person-centered case management services, including home visits, goal-focused support, and crisis intervention, for a caseload of 15–20 clients.
• Assist clients in achieving self-sufficiency by providing training in personal hygiene, household management, and accessing community resources.
• Coordinate referrals for housing, mental health, substance use support, and healthcare services to promote long-term housing stability.
• Facilitate communication and relationship-building between clients, landlords, caregivers, and external support agencies.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date client documentation and database records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with program requirements.

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