Certified Peer Support Specialist

1 week ago


Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. Full time
Job Title: Certified Peer Support Specialist

Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our team. As a Certified Peer Support Specialist, you will provide supportive, recovery-oriented interaction and engagement to individuals enrolled in our Supported Housing Program.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Provide a strength-based assessment of an individual's abilities, strengths, assets, and needs.
  • Offer ongoing peer support services and connect individuals to community-based resources.
  • Support individuals in developing independent living skills, including cleaning, problem-solving, meal planning and preparation, laundry, budgeting, shopping, and paying bills.
  • Complete monthly Home Wellness Assessments and monitor ADLs (Activities of Daily Living).
  • Develop and lead recovery-focused groups under the supervision of the Care Coordinator.
  • Accurately document in Clarity the Homeless Management Information System and maintain case files as required by agency policy, government regulations, and applicable local, state, and federal codes.
  • Work with individuals' collateral and community contacts to promote continuity of care.
  • Participate in visits with individuals as necessary to engage them in the recovery process.
  • Assist individuals in their process of stabilization and recovery.
  • Act as a role model for the individuals being served.
  • Utilize Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, Strengths-Based Recovery, and Harm Reduction as primary skills/tools to enhance residents' participation and success.
  • Attend and participate in staff meetings.
Job Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Graduate of State of Wisconsin Peer Specialist Training.
  • Certified in Wisconsin as a Certified Peer Specialist or become certified within one year of hire.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Lived experience with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring needs and knowledge of recovery principles.
  • Valid driver's license, automobile, and sufficient insurance to meet agency requirements.
  • Meet all WCS and contractor requirements for criminal and caregiver background, driver's record, and reference checks.
Working Conditions:

Work is performed primarily at the supported housing site serving individuals with mental health, substance use, and life needs. Work schedule to meet the needs of the individuals being served.

Physical Demands:

Ability to be mobile. Work activities involve movement within the community. Requires an ability to go up and down stairs and lift/carry 20 pounds.



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