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DeKalb Community Service Board

Certified Peer Specialist-Housing Support Program

DeKalb Community Service Board, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Make a Difference. Empower Lives. Promote Stability. Are you passionate about helping individuals maintain stable housing, build independence, and thrive in their communities? Join our team as a Housing Support Case Manager — Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) and use your lived experience to provide compassionate, hands‑on support to adults in permanent subsidized housing.

What You’ll Do:

Help individuals secure and maintain stable housing

Assist with housing applications, leasing, and move‑in support

Conduct safety & wellness checks and provide crisis intervention as needed

Offer case management, skills training, and recovery‑focused support

Act as the first point of contact for landlords/property owners

Connect clients with mental health, substance use, and community resources

Maintain detailed, timely documentation and participate in team meetings

What You Bring:

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Peer Specialist (CPS‑MH or CPS‑AD) or ability to obtain within 12 months

Lived experience with mental health or addiction recovery

1 year of experience in behavioral health, case management, or advocacy preferred

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and technology skills

Reliable transportation & valid GA driver’s license

Work Perks:

Community‑based role with in‑person & telehealth services

Mon — Fri, 8:15 AM — 5 PM (flexible schedule)

Travel throughout DBHDD Region 3

Ongoing training & professional growth opportunities

If you’re ready to use your experience to inspire hope and create lasting change, apply today!

DeKalb Community Service Board

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