Peer Support Worker

About the role

The Community Service Board of Middle Georgia is dedicated to providing quality innovative behavioral healthcare in a recovery-based environment. Recognized as a state leader in comprehensive behavioral healthcare, CSB of Middle Georgia provides integrated, cost-effective services. The agency is located in Dublin, GA and serves residents of Bleckley, Dodge, Johnson, Laurens, Montgomery, Pulaski, Telfair, Treutlen, Wheeler, and Wilcox counties; and through its Ogeechee Behavioral Health Division, serves Burke, Emanuel, Glascock, Jefferson, Jenkins, and Screven counties. Core values include Quality, Professionalism, Person-Centered, Recovery, Teamwork, Improvement, Accountability, Management of Practicing Information, Wellness, and Financial Stability. The position is based at the new state-of-the-art Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) in Dublin, GA (in-person) at Quentin's Place, providing critical support and stabilization services for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises in a safe, structured environment. At this time, CSB of Middle Georgia will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate therapeutic groups and document individual participation and responses
• Provide peer support to individuals within the Crisis Service Center and TO/CSU units
• Engage individuals through structured activities (e.g., games, puzzles, reading materials) that support understanding of the recovery process
• Maintain and organize group materials and ensure information is current and accessible
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of group sessions
• Support individuals in accessing appropriate outdoor and recreational time
• Provide basic case management support, including linking individuals to resources and services
• Assist with pat-down searches in accordance with safety protocols
• Support Case Manager with tasks such as ROI calls, follow-ups, NSH surveys, SOAP notes, and insurance-related processes as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Office applications
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Experience with having a mental health diagnosis, behavioral health diagnosis, or addiction recovery OR being a parent to a child with a diagnosis

Preferred certifications: CPS‑MH, CPS‑AD, CARES, or CPS‑P.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Generous Paid-Time Off Policy with Flexibility Companywide
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Training Time
• Opportunities for Career Growth & Advancement