Job Summary/Objective:

Youth Peer Support Specialist use aspects of their own mental health recovery to provide support, empowerment, and advocacy to adolescents. They work in partnership with a treatment team to assist youth in reaching their own recovery.

Essential Duties and Functions:

Supports and provides advocacy to adolescents involved in mental health services. Shares aspects of their own mental health recovery to support an adolescent's journey in finding their own path. Participates in case consultation with the treatment team. Actively works with the youth to address goals on the Individualized Plan of Service. Maintains consistent communication with the adolescent. Completes all necessary documentation. Engages in recruitment activities which share information on YPSS services and referral processes.

Qualifications:

High School diploma required Per MDHHS guidelines individual must be between the ages of 18-28 years of age. Individual must possess a history of involvement in receiving services in the mental health system and has reached a personal level of recovery in their own mental health symptoms. Must be willing to share aspects of their own mental health recovery with others. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be able to work within a team setting. Not excluded from participating in Medicaid, Medicare, or any other federal or Michigan health care programs. Must support a trauma informed culture of safety to aid customers in their recovery process.

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 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 PCN #67 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