Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Easterseals MORC
Job overview
The Centralized Intake Peer Support Specialist at Easterseals MORC supports individuals with mental health conditions by providing intake services and promoting recovery, playing a vital role in client engagement and smooth service transitions.
Responsibilities and impact
The specialist welcomes and checks in individuals for intake, manages scheduling and outreach, participates in community inclusion and advocacy activities, provides direct services including outreach and coordination with community partners, and supports the team in creating recovery-conducive environments.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include low-cost dental, health, and vision insurance, dependent care reimbursement, paid family leave, a generous 401K plan, 3 weeks PTO, paid holidays, wellness programs, bonuses, mileage reimbursement, financial planning services, student loan repayment options, and pet insurance.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be eligible for Peer Support Specialist certification within 6 months, be at least 18 years old, have a primary mental health diagnosis, and possess lived experience with mental health conditions causing substantial life disruption.
Work environment and culture
Easterseals MORC values individuals who are passionate about making a difference and supports a team-oriented environment focused on recovery and advocacy.
Company information
Easterseals MORC is recognized as one of Metro Detroit and West Michigan's 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, emphasizing its commitment to employee satisfaction and community impact.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines intake coordination with peer support, emphasizing lived experience and community engagement to enhance recovery outcomes.
Company overview
Easterseals MORC is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive services and support to individuals with disabilities, special needs, and mental health challenges. They generate revenue through a combination of government funding, grants, donations, and service fees. Established through the merger of Easterseals Michigan and MORC, Inc., the organization has a rich history of advocacy and community service, focusing on enhancing the quality of life and promoting independence for their clients. Their programs include therapy, employment services, and community integration initiatives.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your lived experience with mental health conditions and your eligibility or progress toward Peer Support Specialist certification, as these are key qualifications for Easterseals MORC.
Emphasize your ability to provide a welcoming and supportive intake experience, your skills in outreach, engagement, and coordination with community partners, and your commitment to advocacy and anti-stigma activities.
Apply through multiple platforms including Easterseals MORC’s official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase your chances of being noticed.
Connect with current Peer Support Specialists or team leaders at Easterseals MORC on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on their involvement in community inclusion activities or asking about how they support consumer recovery in their roles.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'peer support,' 'intake,' 'community inclusion,' 'advocacy,' and 'mental health recovery' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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