Certified Peer Specialist - Mental Health Peer Support Program

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Cherished Hearts Private Home Care, LLC is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to join our Mental Health Care Support team. This role is designed for individuals with lived experience in recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges, who are now ready to guide and support others on their journey. The CPS will provide person-centered support, facilitate peer groups, and promote wellness, self-advocacy, and recovery in both individual and group settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer peer support services through structured and unstructured interactions with individuals receiving mental health support.
• Facilitate recovery-based group activities focused on wellness, self-determination, coping skills, and community integration.
• Provide encouragement, share lived experience in a recovery-focused, supportive way.
• Assist participants in identifying personal goals and navigating support systems.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical staff as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Document services accurately and timely in accordance with program and Medicaid standards.
• Attend regular supervision and ongoing training as required.

Required Qualifications

• Current Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification in the state of Georgia.
• Lived experience with a mental health or substance use diagnosis, with at least 12 months of continuous recovery.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to model recovery values such as hope, empathy, empowerment, and self-determination.
• Must pass a background check and have reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in community-based behavioral health settings.
• Knowledge of WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan), Whole Health Action Management, or other peer-led recovery models.
• Familiarity with documentation in Medicaid-billable service models.

Schedule

• Flexible hours – including daytime and occasional early evening sessions.
• May include some travel to client homes or community locations.

Benefits

• Supportive team environment
• Ongoing supervision and professional development
• Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of others on their healing journey