SUMMARY OF JOB: The ACT Peer Support Specialist will work as a member of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. The Peer Support Specialist Position helps enhance community inclusion, participation, independence, and productivity for individuals receiving services at Pivotal. Those eligible for this position will have a lived experience and received treatment in the public mental health system. Peer Support Specialist will utilize their personal experience in recovery to instill hope and understanding for others. ACT Services are a team-based approach that provides intensive clinical, case management, medical, and psychosocial support to individuals with severe mental illnesses and/or substance use issues for purpose of increasing autonomy and decreasing the need for psychiatric hospitalization. ACT services are based on the principles of recovery and are individually tailored to meet the needs of the customer. Services are provided in the Customer’s residence or other community locations by all members of the multidisciplinary ACT team. QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: High School diploma or GED. Personal/lived experience with a Mental Health Diagnosis, required. Personal/lived experience with substance use preferred. History or current recipient of mental health services (minimum of one year), required. Certification as a Peer Support Specialist preferred or willing to complete the certification process. Essential Job Functions: · Effective verbal and written communication skills with both internal and external contacts. · Have the ability to relate to, empathize with, and show compassion for a diverse population and a variety of personalities. · Able to work within a team environment. · Strong ability to problem solve independently and with a team · Protect Health/Information Clinical/Staff Professional · Maintain Driver’s Eligibility · Follows Pivotal Code of Conduct/Polices/Procedures · Support person centered planning as a shared decision-making process with the individual who defines his/her life goals and assists in developing a unique path towards those goals · Supports a trauma informed culture to individuals in their recovery process. · Maintains education/training requirements set for/by Pivotal/SWMBH Specific Job Functions: · Being able to think quickly and act appropriately in emergency situations with uncooperative individuals. · Knowledge and understanding of community resources. · Excellent observation and listening skills. Physical Requirements Able to stoop, bend, and may occasionally require light lifting up to 25 pounds. Manual and digital dexterity needed to complete case notes, operate a telephone, keyboard, etc. Able to sit for prolonged periods of time Able to work in high stress/pressure environment with productivity standards expectations Possible exposure to infectious disease processes

SCCMHA JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT   CLASSIFICATION:  Family Guide Representative PAY GRADE: $20.36- $23.68 Hourly POSITION SUMMARY:                      Under the direct supervision of the Mental Health Supervisor (Centralized Intake Access Unit), this position is the first point of contact for families exploring services for a child with serious emotional disturbances. This position helps the family/child understand the array of services available and directs them to the services determined to best meet their need. This position assures that families have access to accurate, understandable, and complete information in order to make choices regarding the services that will best meet the needs of their family/child. This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support culturally competent recovery based practices; person centered planning as a shared decision making process with the individual, who defines his/her life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path toward those goals; and a trauma informed culture of safety to aid consumer in the recovery process. WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT: Works in hospitals, office or in homes of consumers and their families. Close contact with persons who may not be psychiatrically stable and who may be hostile, aggressive and potentially violent. May work in shared office space with a fast paced and very stressful environment at times. May be required to travel between SCCMHA locations to support families throughout the intake process.   QUALIFICATIONS: Education:     High school diploma or GED; some post secondary education preferred. Experience:    Parent or caregiver of a child (or children) with serious emotional disturbances who has/have received services from one or more of the system of care partner agencies. Has a basic understanding of the SCCMHA eligibility criteria and services available to families. Has demonstrated knowledge and experience working with families and supporting them to needed services. Demonstrates and understanding of system of care values and principles. Has demonstrated experience collaborating with diverse stake holders. Licenses and Certifications:   Valid Michigan Driver’s license with a good driving record. Must have or attain within six (6) months of hire certification through Michigan Department Community Health (MDCH) as a Certified Parent Support Partner.

What we’re looking for:    DRP is currently seeking full-time Certified Peer Recovery Mentors to participate in our RISE UP (Recovery, Integration, Support & Empowerment) program. The Certified Peer Recovery Mentors will combine their lived experience with professional Best Practices to provide support to clients in various stages of the Recovery process. Under the supervision of the Project Director, the Certified Peer Recovery Mentors will demonstrate a comprehensive, integrated, public health approach to the delivery of early intervention and treatment services while serving members in the community through support and coaching. This position will provide brief Intervention Services and will be responsible for delivering all other direct services in a supportive, hopeful, empathic, and engaging environment for individuals seeking help with substance use.    Qualifications: At least one (1) year of experience working with individuals within the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and/or Behavioral Healthcare setting. Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) certification through Michigan Certification Board of Professionals (MCBAP) A valid and unrestricted State of Michigan Driver’s License Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Experience with Electronic Health/Medical Records Systems is a plus! Compensation: The pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. This is a non-exempt role that is eligible for overtime compensation.   What’s in it for you: A collaborative environment with Clinical Site Leaders and regular peer review Flexible scheduling-Excellent work/life balance (full-time and part-time schedules available) Full comprehensive benefits available to full-time employees: Medical Dental Vision 401k with Company match EAP Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF & HRSA*) *HRSA Student Loan Forgiveness is specific to positions approved by the HRSA Program.   COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: The COVID-19 Vaccination is strongly encouraged but not required for employment with Detroit Recovery Project.   Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation

What we’re looking for:    DRP is currently seeking a full-time Recovery Coach to serve those living with HIV and SUD. The  Peer Navigator will combine their lived experience with professional Best Practices to provide support to clients in various stages of the Recovery process. The  Peer Navigator provides direct support to health system navigation, education, health advocacy, and linkage to relevant services, including social support services to those recently and/or long term diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. The Peer Navigator will work with participants minimally until the participant starts medical treatment but can continue to work with the participant as long as necessary to develop self-management tools and reach stabilization.   Compensation Range: This position is supported through grant funding. As a result, compensation is determined by the grant budget and may fall within a designated pay rate or range set by that funding source. The starting pay rate for this position is $20/hr. and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. This is a hourly non-exempt role that is eligible for overtime compensation.    The Ideal candidate will:    Have a great attitude and people skills; strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Have a flexible work schedule including the occasional evening, holiday and weekend as needed. Engage active Persons Who Inject/Use Drugs (PWID/PWUD) into Harm Reduction Services Maintain knowledge around infectious disease as it relates to PWID/PWUD and educate participants on risk and prevention. Provide rapid HIV/HCV tests. Be comfortable distributing safe use and safe sex supplies. Link individuals to identified services (housing, treatment, medical services, employment, etc.) Provide services directly to the community on the mobile unit. Input data directly into iPad/tablet during services. Have knowledge of HIV/AIDS risk behaviors, STDs, human sexuality, SUD, and HIV behavior change principles and strategies.  Develop and maintain written documentation (assessments, service plans, progress notes, monthly reports, and other programmatic documentation)  Have a great attitude and people skills; strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to individuals from diverse backgrounds.  Have a flexible work schedule to include the occasional evening, holiday and weekend as needed.      Qualifications:    High School Diploma or GED is required.  Associate’s degree in guidance and counseling, psychology, social work, vocational rehabilitation, business or public health administration or a related field is preferred.   State HIV Certification Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) and/or Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) are   preferred. First Aid/CPR Certification  Minimum of one year experience in

What we’re looking for:    DRP is currently seeking a full-time Maternal Infant Health (MIH) Peer Navigator. The MIH Peer Navigator will provide peer support to pregnant and postpartum people who have been identified as having risk for substance misuse. This individual will also work with community partners to develop referral pathways to health system navigation, education, health advocacy, and linkage to relevant services, including social support services for pregnant individuals that need peer support. This role requires using a specialized set of knowledge, experience, training, and skills to encourage healthy attitudes and behaviors which prevent the use/misuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.    Compensation Range: This position is supported through grant funding. As a result, compensation is determined by the grant budget and may fall within a designated pay rate or range set by that funding source. The starting pay range for this position is $20.43-$21.63 per hour and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. This is an hourly non-exempt role that is eligible for overtime compensation.    The Ideal candidate will:    Provide an individualized assessment of identified families eligible for Peer Navigator Pilot. Assist families by connecting them to community resources. With support of your supervisor, establish relationships to develop a referral pathway of pregnant women to the Agency. Provide families with a warm handoff to the home visiting service that best fits the needs of the family. Provide scheduled follow-up for families to identify any additional needed support. Assess for and provide facilitation of the completion of a plan of safe care on every identified family. Attend monthly Peer Navigator Group Mental Health Consultations. Participate in staff training and development. To attend monthly Peer Navigator Group Mental Health Consultation. Advocate on behalf of persons with behavioral health problems to protect the family's rights and to assist in reducing associated stigma. Be familiar with local community resources. Link individuals to identified services (housing, treatment, medical services, employment, etc.) Input data directly into iPad/tablet during services. Develop and maintain written documentation (assessments, service plans, progress notes, monthly reports, and other programmatic documentation).  Have a great attitude and people skills; strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to individuals from diverse backgrounds.  Have a flexible work schedule to include the occasional evening, holiday and weekend as needed.  Qualifications:    High School Diploma or GED is required. Associate’s degree in guidance and counseling, psychology, social work, vocational rehabilitation, business or public health administration or a related field is preferred.   Certified P