Top 14 Peer advocate Jobs in Detroit, Mi

Veteran Peer Support Specialist
CNS Healthcare —Detroit, MI
- $18.60 - $25.33 an hour
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Peer Recovery Support Specialist( Peer Recovery Coach)
Abound Rehabilitation Services —Detroit, MI
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
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Peer Support Mobile Crisis Part Time
DETROIT WAYNE Integrated HEALTH Network —Detroit, MI
- 12 hour shift
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hospital
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26/27 School Social Workers
American International Academy —Westland, MI
- $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Peer Support Specialist (Must Be CERTIFIED -$20.00 Hourly)
Central City Health —Detroit, MI
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Peer Support Mobile Crisis Contingent
DETROIT WAYNE Integrated HEALTH Network —Detroit, MI
- 12 hour shift
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hospital
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Peer Navigator, Ryan White Program - Department of Internal Medicine
Wayne State University —Detroit, MI
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school
- Internal Medicine
Mental Health Peer Support Specialist
Elmhurst Home Inc —Detroit, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Clinic
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
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First Response Advocate
TURNING POINT INC —Mount Clemens, MI
- $40,000 - $44,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Loan forgiveness
Peer Support Specialist (Certified)
Central City Health —Detroit, MI
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Peer Recovery Coach (Substance Use Disorder)
ACCESS —Dearborn, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Children
Peer Support Specialist
ACCESS —Dearborn, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Children
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Perfect Place Drop In Center —Southgate, MI
- $16 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Peer Support Specialist (CORE Guide)
firsthand Health —Detroit, MI
- $20 an hour
- Email
- Vital signs
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
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Veteran Peer Support Specialist

CNS Healthcare -
Detroit, MI

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Job Details

$18.60 - $25.33 an hour

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

Experience working with the veteran population
Military
Client rapport building
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

The Veteran Peer Support Specialist will play a crucial part in providing peer support to veterans, helping them navigate challenges related to their military service, transition to civilian life, and overall well-being. The ideal candidate is a veteran with a strong commitment to supporting fellow veterans and possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What we are looking for:

As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, CNS Healthcare's mission is to serve the people of our communities. We are seeking candidates that have a passion for mentoring to help people achieve community inclusion, participation, independence, recovery, and productivity. Our ideal candidate has a special ability to gain the trust and respect of the individuals we serve based on shared experiences.

Compensation Range:

The starting pay for this position is $18.60 - $23.40 hourly rate for uncertified candidates, and $19.88 - $25.33 hourly rate for certified candidates, and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

What’s in it for you:

As a member of our team, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community and the lives of the individuals that we serve. CNS Healthcare provides a robust total rewards program to support our team members and their loved ones. We’ve shared some highlights below, but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more! (https://www.cnshealthcare.org/careers/)

Comprehensive medical insurance options
Employer-paid benefits including dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
Generous PTO program starting at 18 days annually
16 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
Paid parental leave
Student loan forgiveness eligibility, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), HRSA, and more

Interested in learning more about this role?

Please see below for a summary of job responsibilities and qualifications!

Peer Support:
- Provide one-on-one peer support to veterans facing challenges such as post-military transition, mental health concerns, and reintegration into civilian life.
- Foster a supportive and empathetic environment by sharing personal experiences, insights, and coping strategies.
Advocacy:
- Advocate for veterans' needs and rights within the organization and in the broader community.
- Collaborate with external agencies and organizations to ensure veterans receive appropriate resources and support.
Education and Outreach:
- Conduct educational sessions for veterans on available resources, benefits, and programs.
- Participate in outreach activities to connect with veterans and raise awareness about the peer support services offered.
Crisis Intervention:
- Assist veterans in crisis by providing immediate support and connecting them with appropriate professional services.
- Collaborate with mental health professionals and emergency services as needed.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of peer support interactions. including progress notes, contact notes, and group notes, completely, accurately, and in accordance with CNS policy
- Provide regular reports on program activities, outcomes, and challenges to supervisors and relevant stakeholders.
Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with other team members, including mental health professionals, social workers, and case managers, to ensure comprehensive support for veterans.
- Attend team meetings and contribute to the development and improvement of peer support programs.
Connect individuals to medically necessary and clinically indicated services, including DHS, Social Security, food and clothing banks and other community resources using agency or personally owned vehicle, as assigned.
Facilitate wellness groups including WRAP, WHAM, Smoking Cessation, among others, and support individuals in those groups in gaining access to community programs and services as they are indicated, especially physical health care and dental services.
Attend team meetings and receive assignments from supervisor.
Provide assistance and partnership in:
- Developing advance directive
- Learning about and pursuing alternatives to guardianship
- Developing, implementing and providing ongoing guidance for advocacy and support groups.
- Promote client decision-making that support self-determination and participate in the person-entered-planning (PCP) process.

Assist individuals with the implementation of their goals and objectives identified in the PCP.
Attend outings intended to enhance socialization and provides instruction-based assistance including teaching, prompting, modeling, monitoring encouragement and general support to persons served.
Utilize a Trauma-Informed approach to deliver services
Account for scheduled work hours through billing, productivity or other approved methods of documentation.
Meet established productivity standards of the organization.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Required

Military Service:
- Discharge from the military.
- Direct experience with the challenges faced by veterans during and after their military service.

Communication Skills:
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to convey empathy, understanding, and encouragement.
Interpersonal Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to build rapport and trust with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Comfortable sharing personal experiences within professional boundaries.
Advocacy Skills:
- Knowledge of veterans' rights and benefits.
- Ability to advocate for veterans in a variety of settings.
Problem-Solving:
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to find solutions.
Flexibility:
- Willingness to adapt to the evolving needs of veterans and the organization.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred

Completed certification process and is an active Certified Peer Support Specialist.
Additional education or training in psychology, social work, or a related field

About CNS Healthcare:

CNS Healthcare (CNS) is a non-profit, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) with seven clinics and two clubhouses in Southeastern Michigan. CNS employs approximately 400 employees, paraprofessionals, and support staff, delivering services to more than 7,000 people annually.

CNS provides comprehensive integrated health services in partnership with several community organizations, and uses a patient-centered approach to identify, support, and promote the overall health of children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
Visit our website to learn more about our mission, vision, and values! (https://www.cnshealthcare.org/mission/)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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peer advocate jobs in detroit, mi

Veteran Peer Support Specialist

Peer Recovery Support Specialist( Peer Recovery Coach)

Peer Support Mobile Crisis Part Time

26/27 School Social Workers

Peer Support Specialist (Must Be CERTIFIED -$20.00 Hourly)

Peer Support Mobile Crisis Contingent

Peer Navigator, Ryan White Program - Department of Internal Medicine

Mental Health Peer Support Specialist

First Response Advocate

Peer Support Specialist (Certified)

Peer Recovery Coach (Substance Use Disorder)

Peer Support Specialist

Certified Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist (CORE Guide)

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