Casual Peer Recovery Coach - Engagement Center at CARE of Southeastern Michigan

Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jul, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

15 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Peer recovery coaching, Substance use disorder assessment, Crisis intervention, Treatment referral, Motivational interviewing, Trauma informed services, Recovery oriented system of care, Vital assessment, Facility sanitation, Meal preparation, Documentation, Record keeping

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Title: Peer Recovery Coach - Engagement Center Status: Casual, Non- Exempt Hours: Up to 16 hours per week, Shift: Sunday – Day Shift (7:00am - 3:00pm) Location: Sterling Heights, MI. 48026 Salary: Base Rate $20.00 per hour; shift premium - $1 for Afternoon Shift, $2 for Midnight Shift Job Summary Provide support and care to individuals admitted to the Engagement Center, basic vital assessment; light meal preparation; cleaning facility; coordinating services (i.e. treatment, inpatient admission); documentation; monitoring of individuals; light laundry. Description of responsibilities: * Obtain relevant history and related information from the individual seeking services and other pertinent sources to establish eligibility and appropriateness of services. * Assess individual’s immediate needs by evaluating relevant information, including signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal and determines severity of individual’s substance use disorder. * Provide supervision to individuals seeking services from Engagement Center. * Prepare meals for individuals at Engagement Center. * Sanitize and clean common areas and individual rooms of people being served daily. * Responsible for the identification of treatment referrals/resources within the community appropriate to meeting the needs of the individuals served. Required skills / education: * High school diploma or graduate equivalent degree required. * Must be in long term recovery from a substance use disorder for at least four consecutive years. * One year of peer coaching or related experience preferred. * Must possess active status in both certifications: * Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) * Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) or have an active development plan through MCBAP and timely completion. * Certificate of completion of the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) Recovery Coach Academy, including ethics. * Demonstrates in practice there are multiple pathways to recovery. * Familiarity with local substance use treatment services Work variable shifts as necessary. * Possess a valid motor vehicle operator license. * Completion of ICHAT check, National and State Sex Offender Registry Check. * Must possess knowledge and understanding of Recovery Oriented System of Care and Trauma Informed Services, and Motivational Interviewing. . CARE of Southeastern Michigan is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support, supervision, and vital assessments for individuals at the Engagement Center while coordinating treatment referrals. Maintain the facility through cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation duties.