Common Ground
Current Opening
Full-Time, 40 hours per week, 8 am - 4 pm, Monday – Friday
Compensation
$21.00 - $24.00 plus shift differential.
About You
The Crisis Interventionist I (CI I) will be filled by one of the following: Certified Peer Support Specialist. This position involves mobile outreach and intervention to individuals in distress, aiming to offer peer support, guidance, and assistance during their crisis moments. The primary objective is to promote recovery, reduce the risk of hospitalization or institutionalization, and connect individuals with appropriate mental health resources and services. Full job description: Mobile Peer Support Specialist (https://cghelps.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/HRJobDescriptions/EY9yumRwfNdDhS3Ob-_ZEGcByEzj3GfE8VT6jC9SmVhvOA?e=qQUbBB)
Day in the Life
Respond swiftly to crisis calls to align with program response times
Perform curb-side staff safety assessments in order to assess team response requirements
Drive agency vehicle (or personal vehicle) to community locations to respond to crisis call
Maintain reliable personal vehicle for use to and from job and occasionally within the community
Provide active crisis intervention that is welcoming, trauma-informed, brief, and solution-focused to adults/children presenting in distress
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all crisis interventions and interactions with clients
Collaborate with individuals/families and their support systems to develop safety plans and identify coping strategies for managing future crises
Facilitate transition to appropriate aftercare services and assist with implementation of individual recovery plans and coordination of natural supports
Be willing to share personal experiences in navigating the system and movement through the recovery process as appropriate
Be willing to assist transitioning to less intense services by mentoring towards recovery
Act as a role model in recovery and the development of coping skills
What you need to apply
High School Diploma or GED
Michigan Certified Peer Support Specialist certification
Relevant recovery experience
Valid Michigan Driver License with acceptable driving record regarding eligibility for insurability under Common Ground's insurance policy
What Makes Us Different?
Non-Profit mission-driven, person-focused environment
Opportunity for professional growth
Smaller Units/Manageable workloads
Team orientated environment
An organizational culture of mental & behavioral health support for all
For your hard work
Generous paid time off (for eligible employees)
Shift premiums (for eligible employees)
Employer sponsored benefit & wellness plans (including 16% fringe pay, Calm App, etc.)
Competitive wages
Common Ground is one of the top-ten crisis intervention organizations in the country. For over 50 years we have been helping people move from crisis to hope. At Common Ground, we help individuals and families who are experiencing crises of any kind, from suicide to substance use, human trafficking, mental illness and more.
Helping people in crisis 24/7 is at the heart of everything we do by offering hope, healing and recovery. Our caring and dedicated team meets people wherever they are; in person, call, text, chat, or virtually. We listen, assist, and advocate for anyone needing emotional support so they do not feel alone.
Common Ground is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
Find out more at https://commongroundhelps.org
Full-Time, 40 hours per week, 8 am - 4 pm, Monday – Friday
Compensation
$21.00 - $24.00 plus shift differential.
About You
The Crisis Interventionist I (CI I) will be filled by one of the following: Certified Peer Support Specialist. This position involves mobile outreach and intervention to individuals in distress, aiming to offer peer support, guidance, and assistance during their crisis moments. The primary objective is to promote recovery, reduce the risk of hospitalization or institutionalization, and connect individuals with appropriate mental health resources and services. Full job description: Mobile Peer Support Specialist (https://cghelps.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/HRJobDescriptions/EY9yumRwfNdDhS3Ob-_ZEGcByEzj3GfE8VT6jC9SmVhvOA?e=qQUbBB)
Day in the Life
Respond swiftly to crisis calls to align with program response times
Perform curb-side staff safety assessments in order to assess team response requirements
Drive agency vehicle (or personal vehicle) to community locations to respond to crisis call
Maintain reliable personal vehicle for use to and from job and occasionally within the community
Provide active crisis intervention that is welcoming, trauma-informed, brief, and solution-focused to adults/children presenting in distress
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all crisis interventions and interactions with clients
Collaborate with individuals/families and their support systems to develop safety plans and identify coping strategies for managing future crises
Facilitate transition to appropriate aftercare services and assist with implementation of individual recovery plans and coordination of natural supports
Be willing to share personal experiences in navigating the system and movement through the recovery process as appropriate
Be willing to assist transitioning to less intense services by mentoring towards recovery
Act as a role model in recovery and the development of coping skills
What you need to apply
High School Diploma or GED
Michigan Certified Peer Support Specialist certification
Relevant recovery experience
Valid Michigan Driver License with acceptable driving record regarding eligibility for insurability under Common Ground's insurance policy
What Makes Us Different?
Non-Profit mission-driven, person-focused environment
Opportunity for professional growth
Smaller Units/Manageable workloads
Team orientated environment
An organizational culture of mental & behavioral health support for all
For your hard work
Generous paid time off (for eligible employees)
Shift premiums (for eligible employees)
Employer sponsored benefit & wellness plans (including 16% fringe pay, Calm App, etc.)
Competitive wages
Common Ground is one of the top-ten crisis intervention organizations in the country. For over 50 years we have been helping people move from crisis to hope. At Common Ground, we help individuals and families who are experiencing crises of any kind, from suicide to substance use, human trafficking, mental illness and more.
Helping people in crisis 24/7 is at the heart of everything we do by offering hope, healing and recovery. Our caring and dedicated team meets people wherever they are; in person, call, text, chat, or virtually. We listen, assist, and advocate for anyone needing emotional support so they do not feel alone.
Common Ground is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
Find out more at https://commongroundhelps.org