Mobile Peer Support Specialist

Common Ground • Flint, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Individual must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS). This position involves mobile outreach and intervention to individuals in distress, aiming to offer peer support, guidance, and assistance during their crisis moments. The goal is to promote recovery, reduce the risk of hospitalization or institutionalization, and connect individuals with appropriate mental health resources and services. Common Ground is one of the top-ten crisis intervention organizations in the country, with over 50 years of experience helping people move from crisis to hope. At Common Ground, they help individuals and families who are experiencing crises of any kind, from suicide to substance use, human trafficking, mental illness and more. Their caring and dedicated team meets people wherever they are; in person, call, text, chat, or virtually, listening, assisting, and advocating for anyone needing emotional support so they do not feel alone.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Michigan Certified Peer Support Specialist certification
• Relevant recovery experience
• Valid Michigan Driver License with acceptable driving record regarding eligibility for insurability under Common Ground's insurance policy

Nice To Haves

• Open to weekends

Responsibilities

• Respond swiftly to crisis calls to align with program response times
• Perform curb-side staff safety assessments in order to assess team response requirements
• Drive agency vehicle (or personal vehicle) to community locations to respond to crisis call
• Provide active crisis intervention that is welcoming, trauma-informed, brief, and solution-focused to adults/children presenting in distress
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all crisis interventions and interactions with clients
• Collaborate with individuals/families and their support systems to develop safety plans and identify coping strategies for managing future crises
• Facilitate transition to appropriate aftercare services and assist with implementation of individual recovery plans and coordination of natural supports
• Act as a role model in recovery and the development of coping skills

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (for eligible employees)
• Shift premiums (for eligible employees)
• Employer sponsored benefit & wellness plans (including 16% fringe pay, Calm App, etc.)
• Competitive wages

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED