Certified Peer Specialist

3 weeks ago


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

The Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) Certified Peer Specialist provides support to adults who are experiencing mental health, substance use, or co-occurring needs. This role is responsible for supporting, educating, and mentoring adults enrolled in CCS services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Act as a member of the CCS team providing services to individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring needs.
  • Utilize life and recovery experiences to role model and support individuals in reaching their identified recovery goals.
  • Build on individuals' strengths to meet their unique recovery needs, with services centered around the individual's needs and goals.
  • Provide a wide range of supports to assist individuals and their families through the recovery process.
  • Services promote wellness, self-direction, and recovery by enhancing individuals' skills and abilities to reach their recovery goals.
  • Advocate for individuals' needs with dignity and through a trauma-informed approach.
  • Develop mutually empowering relationships with individuals being served.
  • Provide services in the community, including individuals' homes and other community locations.
  • Participate as a team member in recovery team meetings to create individual recovery plans, identify and prioritize goals, and monitor progress.
  • Accurately document all contact with individuals being served and team members to adhere to program requirements.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required, with experience serving individuals with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring needs.
  • Successful completion of a State-approved Peer Specialist Training and current State Certification as a Peer Specialist.
  • Meet all WCS and contractor requirements for criminal and caregiver background checks, driver's record, and drug screen.
  • Valid driver's license, automobile, and sufficient insurance to meet agency requirements.


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