GMHCN staff who provide peer support in clinical settings spend most days at work sites such as state regional hospitals. Current openings include: --Georgia Regional Hospital, Atlanta --West Central Georgia Regional Hospital, Columbus These positions are responsible for providing support and guidance to individuals with mental health challenges and/or substance use challenges as they transition from an inpatient hospital setting into the community of their choice. Peer mentors use their lived experience to provide hope and encouragement, and to help individuals develop the skills and resources they need to succeed in the community. Peer Mentors work in the capacity that everyone with a mental health challenge and/or substance use diagnosis have the ability to recover and live a person-centered life of their choice. We support peers in identifying their goals and the steps necessary to achieve those goals. These are full-time positions which currently require working 5 days / week at the location. This position is responsible for providing support and guidance to individuals with mental health challenges and/or substance use challenges as they transition from an inpatient hospital settings into the community of their choice. Peer mentors use their lived experience to provide hope and encouragement, and to help individuals develop the skills and resources they need to succeed in the community. Peer Mentors work in the capacity that everyone with a mental health challenge and/or substance use diagnosis have the ability to recover and live a person-centered life of their choice. We support peers in identifying their goals and the steps necessary to achieve those goals. These positions require employees to work onsite. Responsibilities · Provide individual and group peer support to individuals with mental health challenges · Assist individuals with developing and implementing a WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) · Provide support that promotes recovery, wellness, independence, self-advocacy and development of natural supports · Provide linkage to community resources · Role model effective coping skills, job skills, and setting achievable goals · Assist individuals in creating a WHAM (Whole Health Action Management) plan · Assist individuals in creating a transition plan with the hospital treatment team · Attend and participate treatment team meetings at the Georgia Regional Hospital · Facilitate support groups and online wellness activities · Assist in creating transportation plans to appointments and meetings in the community · Maintain a working knowledge of current trends and developments in the Behavioral Health Field by reading books, journals, and other pertinent information · Receive partnered peer referrals and start working with peer within that week · Advocate for partnered peers and assist them in participating in their recovery process · Provide weekly documentation, monthly reports, and expense reports in a timely manner within deadlines · Represent the peer mentoring program at community events This job posting is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the position and is subject to review and change in accordance with the needs and policies of GMHCN. Required Qualifications: · Active Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) credential or eligibility to receive credential (must receive within three months of hire) · Ability to work flexible schedule (some evenings and overnights are required) · Effective communication and interpersonal skills · Strong organizational and time management skills · Ability to work independently and as part of a team · Reliable personal transportation with the ability to transport peers in the community Education and Experience · High School Degree or GED · Understanding of peer support programs and the mental health system · Knowledge and understanding of duties required by a certified peer specialist or equivalent role Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, GMHCN complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of GMHCN employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Candidates with mental health recovery experience are strongly encouraged to apply. People with lived experience will be positively considered. Funding Statement This position is dependent on annual contract funding, and continued employment is contingent on the contract(s). Applying Interested parties should send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@gmhcn.org