Find & Apply For Social / Human Services Assistant Jobs in Battle Creek, Michigan

Job Summary/Objective:

Recovery Coaches provide assistance to customers with mental health, trauma, substance abuse and/or chronic medical conditions.

Essential Duties and Functions:

Provides services in partnership with customers for the specific purpose of achieving increased wellness, recovery, participation, independence, and productivity. Models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies. Supports customers in identifying and seeking treatment for underlying mental and physical health conditions that perpetuate addictive behavior. Utilizes the Recovery Coach's own unique recovery story. Provides assistance with appointments, transportation, information, and strategies to help customers with mental health, trauma, substance abuse and/or chronic medical conditions. Provides services within customers residence and/or within the community setting.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED. Be a current or past recipient of mental health services with diagnosis having been more than one (1) year ago. Willingness to share one's story. Possess and maintain valid Michigan Driver's License with an acceptable driving record. Ability to demonstrate awareness, sensitivity, knowledge, and use of appropriate approaches, skills and techniques that reflect an understanding of the social, cultural, and economic diversity of the target population served by Summit Pointe. Five years' experience in clinical practice within a behavioral healthcare setting and three years of experience in an administrative/management capacity preferred. Certification through Michigan's Peer Recovery Coach Training using the CCAR model is required as well as 2-4 years clean time/sobriety. This certification will be provided by Summit Pointe in conjunction with a credentialed agency upon hire if not already completed. One year of computer experience - Word, Excel, and electronic medical record software preferred.

Benefits:

Premium health and vision within 30 days of hire Company sponsored Health Reimbursement Account Company paid short and long-term disability Employee assistance program 401(K) match up to 5% after one year of service Social security alternative contributions Free YMCA membership Generous paid time off 14 paid holidays Continuing education reimbursement Licensure study materials and exam reimbursement

Trauma Informed System of Care:

A trauma-informed approach to service delivery emphasizes physical and emotional safety, choice, empowerment, and trustworthiness for customers. The impact of trauma is broad and touches many life domains. Participation is mandatory for activities required for Summit Pointe to become a "Trauma Informed System of Care." PCN #324 About Us Summit Pointe provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws . Please click on the links below to view: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Know Your Rights Poster Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) A complete set of Employment Posters is posted outside of the Summit Pointe Human Resources Office located at 175 College St. Battle Creek, MI 49037-3432. Join the Pointe! Join Summit Pointe and join an amazing organization that makes a difference every day in Southwest Michigan! We are looking for additional team members to be part of our team! In addition to joining a dedicated, passionate group of people, our employees enjoy the following perks: Competitive salary Premium health, dental and vision benefits within 30 days of hire Deductible and co-insurance reimbursement program Short term disability, long term disability and company paid Employee Assistance Program 401(k) match after one year of service Social Security alternative contributions Free YMCA membership Generous paid time off policy Ten paid holidays Employee appreciation events throughout the year Annual performance reviews and opportunities for advancement Continuing education reimbursement Licensure study materials AND licensure exam reimbursement E-Verify Participation Right to Work Employment Poster We appreciate your interest in employment with Summit Pointe and we look forward to reviewing your completed employment application and resume. Explore Company Location www.summitpointe.org/ 175 College St, Battle Creek, MI 49037-3432, United States US +1 2699661460