Peer Support Specialist AMHS/Charter House

Full Time
Lansing, MI
Posted
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Exciting opportunity to work in a Clubhouse Model- day time program. CMHA-CEI Charter House provides specialty behavioral health and substance use disorder services.

CMHA-CEI is a Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer and we encourage active military service members, veterans, and their family members to apply.

Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Charter House Coordinator, provides an enhanced level of support for persons with mental illness and substance use disorders. Duties include a variety of supportive services and direct interventions in accordance with treatment plans developed by professional personnel. Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies, and procedures.

Requirements: Possession of high school diploma or G.E.D. required. One year of experience interacting with persons with emotional impairments required. Applicants must have experienced a significant disruption in their lives from the onset of a severe mental illness, have received public mental health services currently or in the past for the mental illness (preferably with Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton and Ingham Counties) and are now in recovery. Must obtain Peer Support Specialist certification within one (1) year of hire through the mandatory MDCH Peer Support Specialist certification program. Adherence to the principles of the Club House model is required. Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both orally and in writing is required. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use is required. Applicants must demonstrate an ability to communicate their personal story such that they can be a strong advocate, instill hope, and diminish the stigma for others in recovery through the interview process.

Conditional Employment Requirements: Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a Michigan State Police clearance and verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.

To Apply : Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application. CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

Salary/Hours: $19.24-$20.77 per hour. 34 hours per week. Monday-Friday, with occasional evening, weekend, and Holiday shift required.

Location: Adult Mental Health Services/Charter House, Lansing, Michigan.

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