Job description

Beginning Step is seeking an energetic, self-motivated, dynamic professional to join its expanding team. Our organization is dedicated to helping those in need with substance use or co-occurring disorders to rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Our Step Center: Behavioral Health Treatment Facility is located in Westland, MI. We are state licensed, CARF accredited, and are a provider for the Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority.

We are looking for individuals with a solid foundation in recovery and with a passion for helping others to assist clients in their recovery from substance use and co-occurring disorders. Using a strengths-based model, the peer mentor would provide empathetic and engaging support and coaching, as well as assisting the client to develop problem solving skills. It is imperative that the peer mentor provide unconditional positive support in an empathetic and hopeful manner during the recovery journey.

Responsibilities include:

• Actively identify and represent as a person in recovery.
• Provide advocacy for individuals who may need multiple services and require assistance in gaining access to mental health, substance use, social, vocational, educational, housing, public income entitlements and other community services.
• Assist case manager by explaining purpose of linkage and reason for specific linkage recommendations.
• Conduct various skill building groups.
• Work cooperatively with other members of the treatment team.
• Report to assigned supervisor and actively seek out consultation whenever necessary or requested by supervisor, including management of counter-transference.

We offer a generous benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, Simple IRA with company match, and life and disability insurance. Our work changes people’s lives by integrating our deep compassion with highly effective programs and services. The hours for this position are primarily day shift but may require some evenings and weekends.

EOE

* Applicants must have a High School diploma or equivalent * Minimum of two years stable recovery* CARC and CPRM credentials required * CPRC credential preferred * Experience working with dual diagnosed clients * Experience in using a strengths-based model * Proficient computer skills * Effective verbal and writing skills * CPR and First Aid certification within 60 days of hire * Valid driver's license * Reliable transportation * Able to lift and carry up to 30lbs* Meet Federal, State, and local criminal clearance requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All visitors to our office must complete a Covid-19 screening, masks are required to be worn by all staff and clients in common areas, and social distancing is enforced when possible.

Work Location: In person

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