ACT Peer Support Specialist (26-131)

Network180 - Kent County Community Mental Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance (employer‑

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional license reimbursement

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Disability insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Network180 in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an ACT Peer Support Specialist to help individuals understand and access mental health and substance use services. The role emphasizes recovery, coping skills, and in-person support with the Assertive Community Treatment team.

This 40-hour-per-week position requires travel within the community, Monday–Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with occasional evenings or weekends. Offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Certification as Peer Support Specialist or able to obtain certification within first year of employment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ongoing stability of symptoms and recovery with ability to help others.
• Knowledge about mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders and recovery/crisis planning.
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and data entry.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and bridge language/cultural barriers.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in understanding and using mental health and substance use services.
• Model recovery competency and coping skills.
• Travel within the community on a daily basis.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Multicultural collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Email

Data entry

Job description

Department: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Compensation: $17.24 - $22.86The final job offer is based on several factors (internal equity, skills, education, experience, and credentials).

Additional compensation: 10% premium pay

Attractive Benefits Package: Four health insurance plans | 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance plans | 13 paid holidays | Generous PTO | Professional development | Tuition reimbursement |Professional License reimbursement | Defined contribution retirement plan| Employee Assistance program | Life and voluntary life insurance options | Short and Long term disability | Approved site for loan forgiveness (based on position and department): NHSC, STAR Loan Repayment, Behavioral Health Loan Repayment, MI Kids Now Loan Repayment and much more!

Network180 employees make a difference in people's lives every day, making our community a better place to live.We are the behavioral health community organization responsible for the delivery of mental health, substance abuse treatment coordination, and developmental disabilities services for Kent County. We need individuals who are passionate about making a difference by helping others.

We are seeking anACT Peer Support Specialist. The Peer Support Specialist will assist individuals in understanding and using mental health and substance use disorders services. The Peer Support Specialist will model competency in recovery and demonstrate on-going coping skills. The Peer Support Specialist will be assigned to our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) department.

This position is 40 hours a week, primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required. This assignment is in-person at 1131 Ionia Ave NW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. The person in this role will also travel within the community on a daily basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Certification as Peer Support Specialist or able to obtain certification within first year of employment by meeting the following requirements:
  • Primary diagnosis of a mental health condition;
  • A strong personal knowledge of what it is like to have first-hand lived experience with a mental health condition that has caused a substantial life disruption;
  • Have been a recipient of mental health treatment and/or services for at least one year, with a substantial life disruption due to their mental health condition;
  • Have personal experience in navigating complex mental health treatment services.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation for job related use.
• Ongoing stability of symptoms and recovery with ability to help others who may be experiencing behavioral health symptoms/crisis.
• Knowledge about mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders as well as about recovery and crisis planning.
• Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, email, and data entry skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Work effectively in a multicultural environment and skills and capabilities of bridging language/cultural barriers to Network180 services within diverse communities.

Job interviews are being conducted in person. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. For a detailed job description and responsibilities please review the job description. Network180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Network180 participates in E-Verify.

Network180 is a drug and alcohol-free workplace, which includes the prohibition of medical and recreational marijuana use. Successful completion of a drug screen is part of our background check process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at616 [e-mail].

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.