Certified Peer Support Specialist-Housing Team

Onpoint•Allegan, MI

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About The Position

OnPoint is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Certified Peer Support Specialist for our Housing Team. In this role, you will support individuals on their unique wellness and recovery journeys by providing mentorship, coaching, and empathetic guidance. You will assist in skill-building, problem-solving, and offer personal insights from your own recovery experience when appropriate. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a deep commitment to personal and community well-being, and a passion for helping others achieve their goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
State of Michigan Certified Peer Support Specialist or the ability to obtain certification approved by the State of Michigan as a Peer Support Specialist within 6 months of employment required.
Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/co-occurring disorders/substance use disorders.
Efficient in Microsoft Office 365
Efficient in Electronic Medical Record system (EMR)

Nice To Haves

Dual certification as Certified Peer Recovery Coach in Michigan preferred.
Two years of experience working in supportive housing programs and/or lived experience with homelessness or supportive housing programs preferred.
Professional experience as a peer support specialist preferred.

Responsibilities

In accordance with funding, regulatory and best practice standards, deliver housing peer services as outlined in each client's individual plan of service.
Attend housing meetings and sessions bi-weekly, or as otherwise scheduled.
Facilitate wellness, recovery, and other group interventions as outlined by grant requirements.
Facilitate symptom-management techniques and promote personal growth and development by assisting clients in coping with external and internal stressors
Provide individuals with direct support navigating the healthcare system, accessing resources, supporting a person-centered recovery journey to achieve community inclusion, independence and resiliency.
Participate with and/or assist in engaging in community education and wellness and recovery support opportunities.
Participate in supervision, team and staff meetings, treatment planning, quality improvement, and continuing education.
Seek support and direction from clinicians when situations exceed the scope of practice.
Perform other duties as assigned.