Intellectual Developmental Disability Treatment Certified Recovery Coach

What we are looking for:

As a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic CNS Healthcares mission is to serve the people of our communities. We are seeking candidates that have a passion for mentoring to help people achieve community inclusion participation independence recovery and productivity. Our ideal candidate has a special ability to gain the trust and respect of the individuals we serve based on shared experiences.

The IDDT Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) / Recovery Coach is a fully integrated member of the Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT) team and provides peer-delivered services to individuals with co-occurring serious mental illness and substance use disorders. The IDDT CPSS/Recovery Coach uses their lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery to provide hope mentorship advocacy and skill-building support. Services are delivered using the evidence-based IDDT model and focus on promoting recovery harm reduction community integration wellness resiliency and self-determination.
The IDDT CPSS/Recovery Coach partners with individuals in all stages of change and supports engagement in treatment relapse prevent

Compensation Range:

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

Whats 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.Weve 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

The IDDT Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) / Recovery Coach is a fully integrated member of the Integrated Dual Disorder Treatment (IDDT) team and provides peer-delivered services to individuals with co-occurring serious mental illness and substance use disorders. The IDDT CPSS/Recovery Coach uses their lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery to provide hope mentorship advocacy and skill-building support. Services are delivered using the evidence-based IDDT model and focus on promoting recovery harm reduction community integration wellness resiliency and self-determination.

The IDDT CPSS/Recovery Coach partners with individuals in all stages of change and supports engagement in treatment relapse prevention planning recovery skill development and whole-person wellness.

Essential Functions:

A. IDDT & Recovery-Focused Services

• Serves as a recovery mentor to individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Assists individuals in identifying personal recovery goals related to mental health substance use housing stability employment health and community integration.
• Provides stage-matched interventions consistent with the IDDT model (engagement persuasion active treatment relapse prevention).
• Supports individuals in developing and implementing relapse prevention plans and recovery action plans (e.g. WRAP).
• Utilizes harm reduction principles and motivational approaches when supporting individuals with substance use challenges.
• Models recovery principles self-advocacy and self-determination.
• Supports medication adherence discussions by sharing lived experience appropriately and encouraging informed decision-making
• Provides education and coaching related to coping skills triggers cravings and wellness strategies.

B. Community Integration & Skill Development

• Supports individuals in acquiring and practicing activities of daily living.
• Assists individuals with accessing medically necessary and clinically indicated services including primary care specialty care substance use treatment supports DHS Social Security food and clothing banks housing resources and other community-based services.
• Transports or accompanies individuals in the community using agency or personally owned vehicle as assigned.
• Facilitates and/or co-facilitates recovery-based groups including WRAP recovery skills groups wellness groups harm reduction groups and other IDDT-consistent services.
• Encourages participation in mutual support groups (e.g. AA NA SMART Recovery Dual Recovery Anonymous) when aligned with individual goals.
• Promotes socialization and community inclusion through structured outings and activities.
• Provides instruction-based assistance including teaching prompting modeling monitoring encouragement and support.

C. Person-Centered Planning and Advocacy

• Actively participates in the Person-Centered Planning (PCP) process.
• Assists individuals with implementing goals and objectives identified in their treatment plan
• Promotes client decision-making that supports autonomy and self-determination.
• Assists individuals in:

i. Developing psychiatric advance directives

ii. Exploring alternatives to guardianship

iii. Building advocacy and peer-led support networks

• Advocates for individuals within the treatment team and broader systems of care.

D. Team Participation & Model Fidelity

• Attends and actively participates in IDDT team meetings and supervision.
• Collaborates with QMHPs Case Managers Nurses Therapists and other team members to ensure integrated treatment planning.
• Supports fidelity to the IDDT model and participates in ongoing IDDT training and quality improvement efforts.
• Utilizes a Trauma-Informed and culturally responsive approach in all service delivery.

E. Documentation & Administrative Responsibilities

• Completes all required documentation (progress notes contact notes NOMS etc.) accurately and in accordance with CNS policy and IDDT standards.
• Accounts for scheduled work hours through billing productivity or other approved documentation methods.
• Meets established productivity standards of the organization.
• Fulfills all mandatory education and IDDT-specific training requirements.
• Maintain compliance with quality care initiatives including Meaningful Use (MU) Medicare Merit Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) requirements.
• Ensure that the CNS Healthcare standards of service are applied to interactions with individuals served guests and staff.
• Assume responsibility for professional growth by current reading and attendance at educational programs and conferences.
• Maintain knowledge and compliance with established policies and procedures corporate compliance program code of ethics applicable federal state and local laws and regulations HIPAA standards and other regulatory programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Lived experience as a recipient of mental health and/or substance use disorder services with demonstrated recovery.
• Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) certification required or ability to obtain within designated timeframe per MDHHS guidelines.
• Knowledge of recovery principles harm reduction and stages of change.
• Ability to work closely with persons with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Ability to communicate effectively professionally and courteously.
• Ability to use discretion and judgment when handling sensitive or confidential matters.
• Intermediate time management problem-solving interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to be forward-thinking and take initiative to accomplish goals and objectives of the IDDT team.
• Intermediate computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and electronic health records.
• Valid and unrestricted Drivers License.
• Reliable transportation with current auto insurance.
• Working knowledge of applicable Federal State and Local laws and regulations the CNS Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Ethics.

Preferred

• Experience collaborating with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience facilitating recovery or substance use support groups.
• Knowledge of the IDDT model.
• Recovery Coach certification preferred (if applicable).

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 7000 people annually.

• CNS provides comprehensive integrated health services in partnership with several community organizations and uses a patient-centered approach to identify support and promote the overall health of children adolescents adults and older adults.
• Visit our website to learn more about our mission vision and values!