Peer Support Specialist (Certified)

About the role

Central City Health (CCH) is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of the community through integrated healthcare services including primary and pediatric care, dental care, behavioral and substance abuse treatment, supportive housing, and community re-entry services.

In 2024, Dr. Kimberly Farrow-Felton, CCH's President/CEO, was honored with the Healthcare Hero Award from Crain’s Detroit Business for her significant contributions to the health and welfare of the community.

Responsibilities

• Ensures job performance represents the organization in a professional manner.
• Conducts outreach services, targeting individuals in need of a medical home.
• Affords assistance to patients in accessing and navigating primary health care.
• Conducts eligibility determinations and enrollment follow-ups.
• Provides recovery education to service recipients throughout the recovery journey.
• Affords assistance in creating individual wellness plans.
• Supports patients in setting and achieving goals.
• Links individuals to appropriate resources when necessary.
• Teaches patients how to identify and combat negative self-talk.
• Offers ongoing assistance to patients/families to enhance health literacy.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Peer Support Specialist Certification required.
• Current Michigan Chauffeur’s Driver’s License required.
• Demonstrated ability to comply with State of Michigan driving laws.
• Experience working with patients experiencing severe and persistent mental illness.
• Ability to collaborate with staff and others involved in patient care.
• Two (2) years of experience as a certified peer support specialist preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Peer Support Specialist Certification.
• Michigan Chauffeur’s Driver’s License.
• Compliance with State of Michigan driving laws.
• Two (2) years of experience as a certified peer support specialist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Skills

• Peer support services.
• Recovery education.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Personal recovery and coping skills.
• Resource management.
• Goal setting and plan development.
• Health literacy enhancement.

Benefits

• 14 Paid Holidays Annually.
• 18 PTO Days (less than 1 Year; 27 Days on 1st Year Anniversary).
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Short-term Disability coverage.
• Company-paid Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings 403(b).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Continuing Education Allowance.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

N/A

Additional Information

Central City Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for all candidates and team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, height, weight, marital status, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran, or other legally protected status by state or federal law. At CCH, we prioritize the health and safety of our employees. Vaccination has been shown to be crucial in combating COVID-19. As a result, CCH prefers that employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19; however, it is not mandatory.

About Central City Health

Central City Health aims to be recognized as a leading provider of accessible comprehensive behavioral and physical health care, substance abuse services, and housing opportunities that empower consumers toward self-sustainability. Our mission is to achieve wellness in the community by providing a wide range of primary and behavioral health care, housing, and substance abuse services with dignity and respect. Our vision is to continue to grow and improve our services to better serve the needs of our community.