Do you enjoy working in a diverse and multipurpose environment? The Youth Peer Support Specialist will act as a support and resource for youth with serious emotional disturbances who are receiving services in the behavioral health system.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- MDCH Certified Peer Support Specialist within 6 months of hire and maintain throughout employment
- Must be between the age of 18-24 years old, current or prior involvement with the public mental health, child welfare, special education, and/or juvenile justice systems
- Possess knowledge of community services and resources including accessibility to public transportation
- Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of youth
Benefits
- Medical & prescription coverage with a minimal employee contribution
- 100% employer paid dental & vision coverage for all full time staff members & eligible dependents
- Employee life insurance & optional dependent life Insurance
- Accident & critical illness insurance
- 403(b) thrift plan with employer match after 1 year; fully vested after 2 years
- Employee assistance program
- Continuing education & full licensure stipend
- Longevity pay after 3 years
- 160 hours of paid time off your 1st year, 200 hours your 2nd year, up to 280 hours
- 10 paid holidays
