Behavioral Health Urgent Care Peer Support Specialist

The Behavioral Health Urgent Care Peer serves as a member of the Behavioral Health Urgent Care Team by providing services for individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders. The Peer will use skills, knowledge, and collaborative approaches to assist individuals and families experiencing behavioral health crises.

What we are looking for :

We are seeking candidates who want to join our impact-driven organization and who share our passion for advancing integrated mental and physical healthcare and eliminating stigma by providing services to those affected by mental illness, substance use, intellectual / developmental disabilities, and emotional disorders.

Please note : As a community-based role, this position will render at least 80% of services in the beneficiary's home or other agreed-upon community-based position.

Compensation Range :

The starting pay for this position is $18.60 - $23.40 hourly rate for uncertified candidates, and $19.88 - $25.13 hourly rate for certified candidates, and is based on non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

What's in it for you :

As a member of our team, you will have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community and the lives of the individuals that we serve. CNS Healthcare provides a robust total rewards program to support our team members and their loved ones. We've shared some highlights below, but you can visit the benefits guide posted on our careers page to learn more!

• Comprehensive medical insurance options
• Employer-paid benefits including dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
• Retirement program with generous company default contribution and match
• Generous PTO program starting at 18 days annually
• 16 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility, including Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), HRSA, and more

Interested in learning more about this role?

Essential Functions :

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

About CNS Healthcare :

CNS Healthcare (CNS) is a non-profit, Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) with seven clinics and two clubhouses in Southeastern Michigan. CNS employs approximately 400 employees, paraprofessionals, and support staff, delivering services to more than 7,000 people annually.

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