Peer Support Specialist - DBT na Genesee Health System

Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of those in our community! Genesee Health System (GHS) is looking for energetic and caring people to join our dynamic clinical team.   

We value our staff and think they deserve the best!  Medical, vision and dental benefits available upon hire at no premium for our staff and their dependents.  We also provide an annually loaded HSA of up to $2,300, a 5% match towards your retirement, generous paid time off (40 hours upon hire; 19 ½ days per year) AND 13 paid holidays.  

General Statement:
Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, performs responsible tasks in providing comprehensive services to Genesee Health System (GHS) consumers. In addition to DBT specific services, may also assist with housing, entitlements, skill building, and ongoing peer support; responsible for significant liaison and consultation with family, agencies, guardians, and natural support systems. Provides activities in partnership with consumers for the specific purpose of achieving recovery, including increased community integration, independence and productivity; performs related work as required.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent, ability to read and write, AND current or previous recipient of verifiable mental health or substance use disorder (if substance use disorder, must attest to remission or recovery with no abuse for at least one (1) year). If in current services, must have achieved a level of recovery consistent with performance of the job duties AND must have six (6) months experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) treatment and skills taught in the model (either as a consumer of DBT or as a Peer Support Specialist in a DBT program)

Must have achieved Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) status through the Michigan Department of Community Health’s certification program. Will consider a candidate eligible for the CPSS training/examination. A candidate without the CPSS must take and pass the exam within twelve (12) months of hire to retain employment in this position.

Additional Requirements:

Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license, current insurance and the use of a vehicle during program hours. Must be willing to work weekend, holidays and irregular hours. Ability to physically perform the tasks.

Preferences:

One (1) year post-completion of DBT treatment.
Computer knowledge and data input ability.
Two years of college, or work experience with the DBT target population (persons with multiple disabilities including borderline personality disorder).

Essential Physical Demands:

• Vision – Position requires the ability to visually assess details at both near and far distances, as well as to perceive depth and spatial relationships with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Hearing – Position requires the ability to receive and respond to verbal communication with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Lifting, Standing, and Walking With or Without Reasonable Accommodations:
  • Position requires the ability to lift up to 35lbs on an occasional basis
  • Position requires the ability to regularly stand for extended periods of time
  • Position requires the ability to walk at a minimum of 35% up to a maximum of 65%
• Position will require the ability to occasionally stoop, bend, or reach to perform work tasks with or without reasonable accommodation
• Position must be able to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, including the use of hands and fingers for handling, grasping, typing, writing, or operating equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.

Veterans must submit Form DD214 to determine eligibility for Veterans’ Preference

Interested applicants must clearly show they meet the minimum qualifications

Disclaimer: Maximum salary will not be achieved until after 5 years of service.

BARGAINING UNIT: AFSCME
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT