Jail In-Reach PEER Specialist

Claratel Behavioral Health
Atlanta, GA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
The Forensic Peer Mentor provides peer support services to assist individuals in DeKalb County jail who have demonstrated symptoms of a mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders. The FPM provides one-on-one recovery-focused services to assist individuals with referrals for continued behavioral health services, housing, and other resources in the community.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One continuous year as a current or former recipient of treatment (including mental health or substance use treatment)
  • Proficient technology skills to be able to use electronic medical record, computer, telehealth system, and cell phone
  • Knowledge of and experience working with local behavioral health, social services and criminal justice systems
  • Care coordination skills to assist individuals with accessing/linking to additional resources and/or services within the agency and/or community
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