26-11633 Overnight Peer Support Specialist AMHS/Crisis Services

Shift Incentive: + $1.25/hour for hours worked 5pm – 12am |+ $2/hour for hours worked 12am – 8am | + $3/hour for weekends worked Friday 5pm – Monday 8am

CMHA-CEI is a Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer and we encourage active military service member, veterans, and their family member to apply.

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Coordinators of Bridges Crisis Unit and Crisis Services, provides an enhanced level of support for persons with mental illness and substance use disorders.  Duties include a variety of supportive services and direct interventions with consumers who are in crisis.  Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies and procedures.

Requirements: Possession of high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency required. A minimum of one (1) years’ experience interacting with persons with emotional impairments required. Must have experienced a significant disruption in their lives from the onset of a severe mental illness, have received public mental health services currently or in the past for the mental and are now in recovery. Must be able to operate a computer and have the ability to gain proficiency in CMHA-CEI’s computer systems, including Smart Care and Microsoft Word. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job-related use is required.

Conditional Employment Requirements: Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a criminal background check and verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

To Apply: Applicants must submit an employment application.  Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application.  CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equal opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Salary: $19.85 – $22.23 hourly. + $1.25/hour for hours worked 5pm – 12am, + $2/hour for hours worked 12am – 8am, + $3/hour for weekends worked Friday 5pm – Monday 8am

Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 6pm - 4am. 

Location: AMHS/Crisis Services, Lansing, MI.