Peer Support Specialist (CSS)

Peer Support Specialist (CSS)

Pay Grade: $16.11 - $18.44 Hourly

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Mental Health Supervisor (Community Support Services), works in conjunction with the Community Support Services (CSS) team to instill a message of hope and recovery to adult consumers with mental illness. Will work with assigned consumers with the specific purpose of supporting consumers to achieve increased community inclusion and participation, independence and productivity. Serves as a model for others that recovery can be achieved and is willing to share their story of recovery. This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support culturally competent recovery based practices; person centered planning as a shared decision making process with the individual, who defines his/her life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path toward those goals; and a trauma informed culture of safety to aid consumer in the recovery process.

Working Conditions/Environment: Works in an office environment with pressures dealing with time constraints. Frequently drives automobile in all kinds of weather conditions. May counsel individuals who may become potentially violent.

Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent with the ability to read and understand written plans of service and clearly and concisely document contacts. Experience: Must have received behavioral health services similar to those provided within the SCCMHA system of care. License and Certification: Valid Michigan Driver's license with good driving record. Must have or attain within six (6) months of hire certification through Michigan Department Community Health (MDCH) as a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS). Must have or attain within six (6) months of hire certification through Michigan Department Community Health (MDCH) as a Certified Youth Peer Support Specialist (CYPSS).