GO Specialist

Peckham; Flint Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham invites applicants for a GO Specialist to support the federally funded Growth Opportunity Grant in Flint, MI. You will guide 18-24 year olds through intake, goal setting, and connections to education, training, and paid work experiences.

You will deliver CBI-EMP content, resume coaching, and life skills discussions while coordinating with partners like Michigan Works! and Mental Health services. This role emphasizes mentorship, resource linkage, and participant follow-up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or 3–5 years related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity in diverse workplace.
• Understanding of public policy and applicable human resources laws.
• Ability to research and build resources through community partners and Peckham programs.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and protect participant information.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered case management services to GO participants.
• Deliver one-on-one coaching and crisis intervention to participants.
• Lead CBI-EMP skills, resume development, interview prep and life skills discussions.
• Coordinate referrals with Community Mental Health, Michigan Works!, and state agencies.
• Maintain participant records and progress notes; report progress to partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public policy understanding

Effective communication

Writing

Mentoring and coaching

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

OnTime

Workday

Job description

*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.**To ensure full consideration for a staff position, please attach a resume to your application so we can gain a complete view of your experiences*Peckham Inc. - GO SpecialistPOSITION SUMMARY:The Growth Opportunity (GO) Grant is a 42-month federal grant through the Department of Labor. The GO grant will engage 160 young people (80 in each Lansing and Flint) ages 18-24 years old connected to the criminal justice system and/or impacted by community violence, to help them identify career interests, match them with educational opportunities, training, credential attainment and paid work experiences, deliver a proprietary leadership development curriculum, pair them with a caring mentor, and ultimately set them on a path to obtaining living-wage jobs. The GO Specialist is responsible to provide comprehensive hard and soft skill employment readiness services and Cognitive Behavioral Interventions Employment (CBI-EMP) curriculum to participants. This person will coordinate with program partners to complete the intake process, initial goal setting, and assess needs to help participants meet their vocational goals. Case Management will include crisis intervention, coaching, CBI-EMP Skills and Life Skill Classes, family intervention services, supportive services, and job development. This individual will pull together internal and external resources to provide the best support possible.MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide person-centered case management services to GO participantsDeliver one-on-one coaching, crisis intervention and/or training with program participantsPrimary Instructor for CBI-EMP skills, resume development, interview preparation, and life skills discussionsProvide needed social supports including obtaining personal documents, driver’s licenses, housing support, coordinating with other social service agencies, and public benefitsGuide each participant through the creation of their Life MapWork with program staff to coordinate appropriate referrals to community partners including Community Mental Health, Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Michigan Works!, and Michigan Department of Health and Human ServicesMaintain strong relationships with Violence Prevention Partners and mentorsDevelop and maintain community employment placements and complete follow up supportMaintain an accurate record of participant progress, engagement, services, and incentivesRegular communication with parole/probation officers to coordinate support services and program activitiesComplete transition plan and 12 month follow up services for each participantOTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Process initial intake documents; Develop and maintain electronic case files for program participantsCommunicate with community agencies and provide information about community resources to enhance support services for program participantsConduct orientation sessions for new program participantsWork with an interdepartmental team to monitor participants’ progress and enhance the quality of services providedResearch and build resources and team knowledge to help Team Members navigate community resources and internal resources so they can develop independence and self-sustainabilityMay attend community and Peckham events throughout the yearMaintain a safe and clean work environmentAssist in the training of people with disabilities as neededPromote Peckham’s vision, values, and services with highest integrity and ethics to all customers and stakeholdersAssist in maintaining organization wide quality standardsMiscellaneous related duties as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Human Services another related field.Or 3-5 years of related experienceMust have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy cultural diversity in the workplaceMust have understanding of public policy and applicable human resources lawsAbility to research and build resources through community partners and Peckham programsClear understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and ExcelProficiency in, or ability to learn OnTime and Workday, or another HRIS systemAbility to maintain and keep strict confidentialityThis position requires passing and maintaining federal and state security background checksPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSDegree or Professional Credential in a related fieldExperience providing clinical supportConflict Management skills and experienceEffective Communication and Writing skillsMentoring and Coaching skills and experienceProblem Solving and quality focusStress Management abilitiesCBI-EMP Instructor’s CredentialCOMPETENCIESClinical SupportConfidentialityConflict ManagementEffective CommunicationEffective WritingMentoring and CoachingProblem SolvingQualityStress ManagementPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEREEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICEFederal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:Email us at [e-mail] us at [phone]Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.Business Line:Human ServicesLocation:Flint, MIWorker Sub-Type:Staff Member