Eliot Community Human Services·Kent County, Michigan
Provide individualized guidance and restorative support to adults with serious mental illnesses to help them maintain community living. Assist consumers in developing self-management plans and integrating into their communities through resource utilization and stigma reduction.
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You’ll be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change.
We foster an inclusive workplace where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued, creating a culture of belonging and professional growth.
Benefits at Eliot We prioritize your well-being, work-life balance, and career growth.
Benefit eligible positions include: Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision plans Retirement Savings – 401(k) with employer match Wellness & Family Support – Discounted fitness services and access to trusted childcare resources Financial Security – 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance Professional Growth – Ongoing training, career advancement programs, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development Eliot is seeking a dedicated Respite Peer Specialist to join our Respite Services team in providing short term restorative support to adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses.
Eliot’s Respite program assists clients with obtaining and maintaining community living.
As a Respite Peer Specialist, you will be responsible for providing guidance and individualized support to consumers in the recovery process.
The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on mental health recovery with an interpersonal skill set that allows you to develop lasting relationships with both the people we serve and with Respite Team Members.
Assist consumers with being able to identify personal methods of recovery from mental illness and to develop self management plans to address their experiences. Participate in the development of Individualized Action Plans (IAPs) and assist consumers with developing a self-management plan. Assist consumers in being fully integrated in their communities by supporting them in the use of community resources, encouraging them in establishing memberships within their communities, and reducing stigma within the community through education. Provide side by side interventions to consumers that focus on problem solving, skills training, modeling behavior, optimism and encouragement. Assist consumers with working towards achieving goals and developing skills in order to help consumers be able to move into a more independent setting.
High school diploma/GED equivalent Valid Driver’s license and a reliable vehicle Must be receiving mental health services or have received services in the past and have self-knowledge to manage their mental illness with an established recovery process Schedule: Monday-Friday 11am-4pm, flexible Hourly Rate $20—$20 USD At Eliot, we are committed to supporting you at every stage of your career, providing opportunities for growth, purpose, and community. We foster belonging in the workplace by identifying and removing barriers that may prevent individuals of all backgrounds from reaching their full potential, advancing into leadership roles, and fully engaging at all levels of the organization. Apply today and make a difference.
Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and a reliable vehicle. Candidates must have lived experience with mental health services and the self-knowledge to manage their own recovery process.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Michigan often draw steady interest because employers need independently licensed clinicians who can provide consistent weekly availability. For this LMSW role, competition may center on licensure status, schedule flexibility, and readiness to meet a 25-session, 30-hour weekly commitment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting, then confirm your Michigan licensure and availability before applying.
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