Certified Peer Support Specialist

1 week ago


Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Wisconsin Community Services Full time
Job Summary

The Certified Peer Support Specialist will provide one-on-one support to individuals in need of peer support services in Waukesha County. This role involves connecting peers with community resources, helping them navigate available services, and providing strength-based support and encouragement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Peer Support Services: Provide 1:1 peer support to individuals in Waukesha County, focusing on those who lack access to peer support services.
  • Community Outreach: Promote and recruit for peer services, and provide outreach to peers from underserved populations in Waukesha County.
  • Needs Assessment and Support: Assist individuals in exploring goals and priorities using a created Needs Assessment, and provide support for the duration of program enrollment.
  • Recovery-Oriented Services: Provide a strength-based review of an individual's abilities, strengths, and assets, and encourage them to become the expert of their own lived experiences.
  • System Navigation: Support individuals in navigating systems of care and encourage them to communicate with other service providers.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation and case files as required by agency policy, government regulations, and applicable local, state, and federal codes.
  • Collateral and Community Contacts: Work with participants' collateral and community contacts to promote continuity of care with written and explicit consent.
  • Stabilization and Recovery: Assist participants in their process of stabilization and recovery.
  • Education and Training: Conduct outreach to local businesses to promote the understanding and use of peer support services through educational presentations.
  • Staff Meetings and Supervision: Attend and participate in staff meetings and weekly supervision.
  • Professional Development: Attend in-service training and conferences as required.
Requirements
  • Knowledge and Skills: Maintain Peer Support State Certification, knowledge of the Wisconsin Criminal Justice System, local treatment programs, and community resources.
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to respond appropriately in crisis situations, and sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic, and disability issues.
  • Organizational and Time Management Skills: Good organizational, computer, and typing skills, and effective use of time.
  • Education and Certification: High school or GED/HSED required, graduate of state Certified Peer Specialist training, and current Certified Peer Specialist certification.
  • Personal Experience and Knowledge: Personal experience with mental health and substance use needs, and knowledge of recovery principles.
  • Background Checks: Meet all WCS and contractor requirements for criminal and caregiver background, driver's record, and reference checks.


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