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Peer Support Specialist (Behavioral Health-Substance Use Disorder)

Department: Community Health & Research Center
Location: Dearborn, MI

Job Title: Peer Support Coach

Job Status: Full-time

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Job Summary: Under general supervision, the Peer Support Coach uses intermediate skills obtained through lived experience and training to provide support and motivation to clients seeking treatment and services related to assigned functional area, including alcohol and drug dependency and mental illness. Assesses client needs, provides consultation, guidance, and advocacy to clients through direct assistance, information, and referral to internal and external resources. Develops, implements, and monitors clients’ attainment of goals and objectives listed within treatment plans and individualized plans of services.

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Hours: Normal business hours, some additional hours may be required. Non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends, may be required based on assigned functional area

Travel Required: Local, in-state, and national travel may be required based on approval from supervisor only

Working Environment: Climate controlled office.

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