Behavioral Health Worker/ Peer Support PT - Coffee Peer
Listed compensation
$17-$20/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
BH Worker/Peer – Part Time
Location: Coffee Peer Program Closing date: Open until filled
Hourly Rate: Commensurate with experience Range: $17 - $20. Additional compensation with certification.
Hours: Monday-Friday, it will vary based on needs.
General Description
Assists with activities and group service provision in a day program for clients with behavioral health diagnoses and/or co-occurring conditions. Accomplishes client care by assessing treatment needs; developing, monitoring and evaluating treatment plans and progress; facilitating interdisciplinary approaches, and monitoring client performance. Will also assist in transporting clients to/from residence and to/from program.
Qualifications
Level of position I-III is dependent upon level of experience. 1 - 3 years of professional or personal experience in supporting mental health challenges or individuals with disabilities. Must be 21 and have valid Georgia's driver's license and have dependable transportation for commuting. Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification preferred but CPS eligibility required. Must be able to obtain certification within one year of hire.
Additional Notes: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive and interview.
Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. UBH is a tobacco-free campus.
Key Responsibilities
Assists with activities and group service provision for clients with behavioral health diagnoses. Develops and monitors treatment plans while providing transportation for clients to and from the program.
Requirements
Requires 1-3 years of experience in mental health or disability support and a valid driver's license. Must hold or be eligible for Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$38k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $40k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in behavioral health (peer support) | ranked against 44 Behavioral Health (Peer Support) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $35k–$42k | Behavioral Health median $52k (middle half $46k–$56k)57 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$40k in purchasing power | Georgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 0% state a sign-on bonus · 5% offer loan repayment94 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 815 in the last 30 days | 536 the 30 days before (+52%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −6.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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