Certified Peer Support Specialist

• Contingent - Prefer candidate that is open to weekends. Shifts are as follows: 8am - 4pm or 3pm - 11pm.

• $21.00 - $24.00 plus shift differential. 

Individual must be a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS). This position involves mobile outreach and intervention to individuals in distress, aiming to offer peer support, guidance, and assistance during their crisis moments. Promote recovery, reduce the risk of hospitalization or institutionalization, and connect individuals with appropriate mental health resources and services. Full job description: Mobile Peer Support Specialist

• Respond swiftly to crisis calls to align with program response times 
• Perform curb-side staff safety assessments in order to assess team response requirements  
• Drive agency vehicle (or personal vehicle) to community locations to respond to crisis call
• Maintain reliable personal vehicle for use to and from job and occasionally within the community
• Provide active crisis intervention that is welcoming, trauma-informed, brief, and solution-focused to adults/children presenting in distress 
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all crisis interventions and interactions with clients
• Collaborate with individuals/families and their support systems to develop safety plans and identify coping strategies for managing future crises 
• Facilitate transition to appropriate aftercare services and assist with implementation of individual recovery plans and coordination of natural supports
• Act as a role model in recovery and the development of coping skills

• High School Diploma or GED
• Michigan Certified Peer Support Specialist certification
• Relevant recovery experience
• Valid Michigan Driver License with acceptable driving record regarding eligibility for insurability under Common Ground's insurance policy

• Non-Profit mission-driven, person-focused environment
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Smaller Units/Manageable workloads
• Team orientated environment
• An organizational culture of mental & behavioral health support for all

• Generous paid time off (for eligible employees)
• Shift premiums (for eligible employees)
• Employer sponsored benefit & wellness plans (including 16% fringe pay, Calm App, etc.)
• Competitive wages

Common Ground is one of the top-ten crisis intervention organizations in the country. For over 50 years we have been helping people move from crisis to hope. At Common Ground, we help individuals and families who are experiencing crises of any kind, from suicide to substance use, human trafficking, mental illness and more.    

Helping people in crisis 24/7 is at the heart of everything we do by offering hope, healing and recovery. Our caring and dedicated team meets people wherever they are; in person, call, text, chat, or virtually. We listen, assist, and advocate for anyone needing emotional support so they do not feel alone.    

Common Ground is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors.