CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST
Quick Summary
The Certified Peer Specialist promotes growth, recovery and wellness to residents receiving mental health services.
High school diploma or GED certification required. Associate’s degree preferred. Certification as a Peer Specialist “CPS” issued by the state in which the position functions.
What We Offer
~1 min readFull-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.
GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →The Certified Peer Specialist facilitates the delivery of cognitive behavioral curriculum in a group setting focusing on the areas of motivation for change, social adjustment, personal management, social skills development, cognitive restructuring, and development of problem-solving skills.
- →Establishes and maintains a network of community-based services including state agencies, employment services, employers, housing resources, behavioral health providers and mental health providers.
- →The Certified Peer Specialist develops and maintains relationships with state, county, and federal program administrators who can assist residents upon their release.
- →Support residents in navigating the public financial support with insurance and other community resources.
- →The Certified Peer Specialist works to ensure residents obtain eligible benefits and proper identification. transports residents to community service events such as job fairs, employment centers, and clinics using Company vehicles.
- →The Certified Peer Specialist identifies members for peer council and advocates with collateral contacts.
- →Assists residents in working with their case manager or treatment team in determining the steps they need to achieve their goals for recovery.
- →The Certified Peer Specialist performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
~1 min read- High school diploma or GED certification required. Associate’s degree preferred.
- Certification as a Peer Specialist “CPS” issued by the state in which the position functions.
- One (1) year of experience as a volunteer, facilitator or counselor in a community rehabilitative setting.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others and handle difficult interpersonal contacts.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
GEO Reentry Services LLC.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $43,680 a year
- 4% above the $42,120 median for Direct Support Professional jobs on Jobera (203 salaries).
- Posted
- 1 day ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 15, 2026
- First seen
- October 16, 2026
- Last seen
- October 16, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 67%
- Scored at
- October 16, 2026
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