We are seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our team at CNS Healthcare. As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, our mission is to serve the people of our communities by providing services for individuals experiencing serious mental illness. The ideal candidate has a passion for mentoring and can gain the trust and respect of the individuals we serve based on shared experiences.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid and unrestricted Driver’s License
- Transportation or Automobile accessibility with current automobile/vehicle insurance meeting agency policy requirements
- Meet eligibility requirements for State of Michigan Peer Support Specialist Certification
- Primary diagnosis of a mental health condition
- Have a strong personal knowledge of what it is like to have first-hand lived experience with a mental health condition that has caused a substantial life disruption
- Has been a recipient of mental health treatment and/or services for at least one year, with a substantial life disruption due to their mental health condition
- Have personal experience navigating complex mental health treatment services
- Self-identifies as having a mental health condition with a substantial life disruption and share their recovery story in supporting others
- Obtain and maintain State of Michigan certification as a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) within one year of employment
- Proficient with computers and working knowledge of Microsoft office products
- Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and community effectively, professionally, and courteously
- Ability to work closely with persons with mental or physical limitations
- Ability to contribute to an inclusive environment that recognizes the value and contributions of all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability
- Ability to report and record information regarding individual dreams and desires verbally and in writing
- Ability to use discretion and judgment when handling matters of a sensitive or confidential nature
- Intermediate time management, problem-solving, customer service, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical insurance options
- Employer-paid benefits including dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
- Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
- Generous PTO program starting at 18 days annually
- 16 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), HRSA, and more
