Crisis Recovery Peer Support Specialist

Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network invites applications for a Peer Support Specialist – Crisis Services. Under supervision, you will provide peer support, recovery training, and advocacy to individuals seeking recovery, helping create a supportive recovery environment.

Responsibilities include engaging in recovery partnerships, teaching recovery tools, documenting activities, coordinating with clinical teams, and maintaining HIPAA-compliant records.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provides a variety of peer support services and direct interventions with those seeking recovery.
• Engage individuals in a recovery partnership and assist in identifying participant’s hopes and dreams and the solutions they are seeking.
• Teaches recovery and life skills using recovery tools.
• Shares relevant personal experiences related to the “Recovery Process” for the benefit of individuals in recovery.
• Coordinates with the individual’s clinical team and other supports to arrange services or resources to help the individual achieve their goals.
• Observe and report individuals’ changes in mental health status, physical appearance and behavior.
• Completes clinical documentation as required.

Skills

Peer Support

Crisis Intervention

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Judgement/Reasoning

Ability to work with diverse pop

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network invites applications for a Peer Support Specialist – Crisis Services. Under supervision, you will provide peer support, recovery training, and advocacy to individuals seeking recovery, helping create a supportive recovery environment.

Responsibilities include engaging in recovery partnerships, teaching recovery tools, documenting activities, coordinating with clinical teams, and maintaining HIPAA-compliant records.