CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT

COUNTY OF LAPEER•Mayfield Township, MI

22h•$20 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

This position performs a variety of direct service functions for persons served of mental health services, including services for adults with developmental disabilities, adults with serious mental illnesses, and adults with substance abuse disorders. Lapeer County Community Mental Health embraces an employment environment that promotes recovery and discovery, a person-centered approach to treatment/services, and cultural competence. An employee with this or any position is expected to support the employment environment.

Requirements

High school graduation
Entry-level position.
A current or previous primary person served of publicly funded mental health services.
Ability to work with persons served and providers of mental health services.
Ability to write and speak effectively.
Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license or ability to travel to and access assigned service sites.
Possession of certification from the Michigan Department Health & Human Services (MDHHS) as a “Certified Peer Support Specialist”.
Ability to utilize office equipment and complete paperwork requirements as assigned.
Ability to communicate effectively with persons served and providers of mental health services.
Ability to drive a vehicle or travel to and from assigned service sites.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience working with adults with mental health disabilities (developmental disabilities and/or serious mental illnesses)

Responsibilities

Directly supervises persons served during service activities (both on site and in community-based settings).
Carries out daily program plans as prescribed through the individual plan of service of the person served and as assigned by the supervisor.
Provides transportation services when necessary.
Assists persons served with the administration of medication as prescribed.
Provides training and education services to persons served.
Assists with the preparation of program planning, organizing and assembling materials and proper cleanup and storage of materials and supplies.
Participates in person centered planning-related meetings as requested.
Documents the progress of consumers through the completion of case record.
Completes other agency documentation as required.
Participates in training and continuing education opportunities as assigned.
Other duties as assigned by the Mental Health Supervisor.