Community Health Worker Addiction Medicine Peer to Peer Coach

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a State funded position. Individuals eligible for certification training must meet the following Medicaid provider requirements: Have a high school diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), or provide college transcripts in lieu of a high school diploma or GED. Have a substance use disorder, co-occurring disorder(s), and/or non-substance addictive disorder(s) and have received treatment from a public or private provider. Have two continuous years in recovery at some point in time after the age of 18. Have personal experience in navigating complex substance use disorder, co-occurring disorder(s), and/or non-substance addictive disorder(s) treatment services (self-help groups are not included). Self-identifies as having a substance use disorder, co-occurring disorder(s), and/or non-substance addictive disorder(s) with a substantial life disruption and shares their recovery story in supporting others. Be employed by a CMHSP or contract provider at the beginning of training. Meet the MDHHS application approval process for specialized training and certification. The process includes: Completed peer support coach application, Supervisor signature and acknowledgement form, Two written letters of reference (The letters of reference should be from individuals that can speak to your ability to effectively share your experience as a person in recovery, relate to people, and partner with colleagues. The letter should not be from someone you serve.), Current job description, Acknowledgement of truthfulness and accuracy of application, Peer-to-peer interview, Training fee, salary, meals that are not provided and transportation costs paid by the agency that employs the peer recovery coach, Be freely chosen by beneficiaries utilizing peer recovery coach services, Adhere to the MDHHS Peer Recovery Coach Code of Ethics. About Outpatient Clinics: Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area. Scope of work: Provides peer support and role modeling related to the improvement of life skills and health/wellness to individuals and their families during personal interactions including home visits, telephone calls, etc. Instructs individuals and their families about wellness, chronic disease prevention and self-management. Assists clients and their families with accessing appropriate community resources. Assists with the coordination of group support programs and provides ongoing contact. Cultural competency and shared-life experiences with client population is preferred. Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive to and from appointments.

Requirements

• Have a high school diploma, General Education Diploma (GED), or provide college transcripts in lieu of a high school diploma or GED
• Have a substance use disorder, co-occurring disorder(s), and/or non-substance addictive disorder(s) and have received treatment from a public or private provider
• Have two continuous years in recovery at some point in time after the age of 18
• Have personal experience in navigating complex substance use disorder, co-occurring disorder(s), and/or non-substance addictive disorder(s) treatment services (self-help groups are not included)
• Self-identifies as having a substance use disorder, co-occurring disorder(s), and/or non-substance addictive disorder(s) with a substantial life disruption and shares their recovery story in supporting others
• Be employed by a CMHSP or contract provider at the beginning of training
• Meet the MDHHS application approval process for specialized training and certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and successful completion of the paraprofessional CHW Training Program (Completion within 180 days from hire date)
• Must meet eligibility requirements for Peer Recovery Coach Certification

Nice To Haves

• Cultural competency and shared-life experiences with client population is preferred.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• Knowledge and use of community resources; social, health and public agencies and services.
• LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire
• CRT-Auto Insurance - Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Provides peer support and role modeling related to the improvement of life skills and health/wellness to individuals and their families during personal interactions including home visits, telephone calls, etc.
• Instructs individuals and their families about wellness, chronic disease prevention and self-management.
• Assists clients and their families with accessing appropriate community resources.
• Assists with the coordination of group support programs and provides ongoing contact.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED