How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Responsibilities*

Community Resource Navigation

Identify and maintain comprehensive knowledge of community resources related to substance use recovery, mental health, prenatal care, housing, employment, transportation, and other support services
Work in collaboration with team social workers to actively seek out new resources and maintain connections with community services to support clients

Peer Support & Advocacy

Advocate for clients? needs in various settings, including during case reviews, prenatal appointments, and interactions with health care /social services providers.
Build trusting relationships based on a shared experience level and share personal recovery journey when appropriate.
Serve as a truth teller by exercising honesty and noticing repeated behaviors to ensure clients receive accurate information and support.
Provide assistance through MOUD initiation and maintenance
If desired, accompany patients during triage/ER visits and the birth hospitalization

Mentorship

Demonstrate positive coping techniques, resiliency, and a commitment to long-term recovery
Collaborate with clients to develop and apply realistic and sustainable recovery plans
Assist clients in setting goals that foster their health, wellbeing, and recovery goals.
Offer mentorship and share personal insights encouraging clients to adopt their lifestyle choices.

Confidante

Serve as a confidante, ensuring a safe space for clients to share their experiences and challenges
Maintain confidentiality under Michigan Medicine and HIPPA standards.
Act as a cheerleader by celebrating clients? progress and milestones.

Administration

Maintain organized client files with up-to-date notes.
Attend case reviews to update the clinical team on support services needed.
Assist with maintaining up to date recovery resources to share with clients and team members

Community Education

Present to groups of clinicians, health care workers and community members on effective support for birthing people with OUD/SUD
Review presentations/materials to provide patient perspective on communication strategies

Required Qualifications*

A minimum of 2 years in long-term recovery from substance use.
CPRM or CPRC certification within 1 year of hire/transfer date
Comfortable sharing recovery journey with clients
In-depth knowledge of available community resources related to substance use, mental health, prenatal care, and tangible needs support.
Familiarity with Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) and comfortability supporting clients receiving MOUD.
Desire to complete Doula training and openness to attending births
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to communicate effectively across disciplines and within a variety of cultures
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to receive and convey information clearly and concisely for various mediums.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups
A high degree of initiative and resourcefulness
Demonstrated problem solving, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills

Desired Qualifications*

Comfortable using Zoom, Google Suite, and Microsoft Suite
Familiarity with clinical progress note taking through EPIC EHR
Comfort with public speaking
CPR and PEERRS certified within 1 year of hire

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.