Certified Peer Specialist-Housing Support Program

DeKalb Community Service Board

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
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