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This position will provide non-clinical services intended to aid individuals involved in our Day Treatment/Night Watch Program in establishing and maintaining individual recovery from addiction. The At-Risk Youth – Peer Recovery Coach works in cooperation with the Mental Health Therapists, At-Risk Youth Workers, and other staff within the Day Treatment/Night Watch Program to create positive support systems and connections to other recovery-based services. Considering the clientele, it is important for this role to serve as an experienced model, demonstrating that recovery is possible. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This list may not be inclusive of the total scope of job functions to be performed. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or modified at any time.Work in conjunction with the individual’s mental health therapist to provide peer services to youth who struggle with the use of substances.Assist youth involved with the Day Treatment/Night Watch Program in developing activities and behaviors that support sustained recovery.Assist in facilitating recovery education with the assigned mental health therapist.Assist in navigating recovery support systems.Demonstrate positive beliefs and feelings regarding youth with varying levels of need.Ensure consistent communication is made with the Day Treatment/Night Watch Program and Probation Officers.Provide case notes for every intervention provided. Identify gaps and barriers for the individual, communicate with appropriate staff, and assist in creating effective treatment plans.Promote advocacy for youth that struggle with substance use within the program and the community.Other duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Direct supervision will be received from the Day Treatment/Night Watch Administrative Team; Program Director, Program Manager, and Assistant Program Manager. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, EDUCATION: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicants may be required to take written and/or other examinations. An employee in this classification, upon appointment, must have the following training and experience: Graduation from an accredited high school (GED acceptable) supplemented by college coursework in the following areas: Child Development, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a closely related field required. Associates degree with a major in Child Development, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a closely related field preferred.1 to 3 years of responsible work experience required; experience working with at-risk or delinquent youth preferred.Have at least two continuous years in recovery from addiction and be in sustained recovery.Attend and successfully complete the MDHHS Peer Recovery Coach training and certification within 6 months of employment.An equivalent combination of relevant professional work experience supplemented by technical training, and/or certification may substitute for education requirement.Ability to remain calm and appropriately manage emergencies.Writing, reading, mathematical principles; proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook; exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures; ability to research and problem solve independently; knowledge of County operations and functions; ability to prioritize and time manage; handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service; support the County's mission and values; ability to think critically where necessary. Knowledge or understanding of basic administrative tasks: operate standard office equipment; document management; prepare and maintain records, various correspondences and reports; answer general inquiries and refer as necessary; answer telephone calls, process mail, order supplies/equipment; prepare meeting agendas, attend meetings, record/transcribe/distribute minutes; entering, transcribing, recording, storing or maintaining information in written or electronic form with speed and accuracy; maintain calendars, arrange meetings, schedule rooms and equipment as necessary. Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with management, co-workers and clients; obtain and communicate accurate information; apply common sense understanding to complex instructions and respond accordingly; communicate complex ideas through graphs, charts, presentations, reports or other professional correspondence. ESSENTIAL ABILITIES FOR ALL ST. CLAIR COUNTY JOB CLASSIFICATIONS: The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance. Ability to read, write & communicate in English; follow written and verbal instruction and understand basic mathematics and figure checking. Ability to interpret and apply procedures, rules, technical information, instructions, manuals to complete tasks accurately and on schedule. Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes; and apply procedures using good judgement. Ability to use discretion and maintain sensitive and confidential information. Ability to work independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others such as County officials, employees, vendors and the general public.Ability to work under supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or action/discipline. Adaptability to change in the work environment, managing competing demands and ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfactionProficient skills using Microsoft Office programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook as required. Proficiency may be tested. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Prior to starting employment, the candidate must complete a satisfactory background check. The background check is understood to encompass all forms of pre-employment screening, including but not limited to: drug screen, physical, criminal background, driving record, sex offender registry, education, training and licensing verification, employment history, credit check, and professional and personal references.Possess a valid State of Michigan Operator’s License and maintain eligibility to drive as per the County’s vehicle policy throughout employment in this position. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Speak to others to convey information effectively.Read, interpret and understand procedures, rules, technical information, instructions and manuals.Hear and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences. Specific vision requirement includes close vision, distance vision, color and depth perception.Use hands to operate a computer, handle materials and operate equipment.Push or pull carts, reach with hands and arms forward, above and below shoulder level.Lift, move or carry objects, equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.Sit, bend, stoop, crouch, crawl and kneel in an ergonomically correct manner.Stand and walk, climb stairs.Normal office hours are from 8:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m.Generally works in a normal office environment.The noise level in the work environment is moderate with many interruptions. Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job requirements or duties performed. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: It is the policy of St. Clair County not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability that does not prevent performing essential job functions or because he or she is a protected veteran.