Certified Peer Specialist

Wisconsin Community Services, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Milwaukee is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to provide peer support to youth and young adults facing mental health challenges. The role involves mentoring, education, and advocating for recovery insights, while collaborating with a dedicated team. This full-time position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Certified Peer Specialist certification required.
• Good communication skills and completion of required training.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one peer support to youth and young adults.
• Role model recovery and engage youth using lived experience.
• Advocate for youth to meet life needs.

Skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED/HSED

Job description

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Position: Certified Peer Specialist (CORE)

Code: 2018:SPECIALI-018 | Location: Milwaukee | Department: Wraparound | Status: Full Time

Job Responsibilities

Provides peer support to youth and young adults experiencing their first episode of psychosis, as part of the CORE team. Responsibilities include providing support, education, mentoring, and role modeling to promote wellness, purpose, relationship development, and recovery insights.

1. Provide one-to-one peer support to youth and young adults with mental health needs.
2. Role model recovery and engage youth/young adults using lived experience.
3. Assess strengths and abilities from a recovery perspective.
4. Collaborate with the CORE team to meet youth/young adult needs.
5. Support engagement in mental health services, accompany to appointments and community activities.
6. Listen and demonstrate positive communication skills.
7. Advocate for youth/young adults to meet life needs.
8. Participate in developing and implementing the Plan of Care and Crisis Plan.
9. Connect youth/young adults to community resources based on their interests.
10. Complete paperwork per agency requirements.

Attend and participate in staffing, meetings, and consultations. Assist with coverage and perform other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Minimum: High school diploma or GED/HSED, certified Peer Specialist, no disqualifying convictions, good communication skills, and completion of required training.

Application Instructions

Apply online at: ipc.us/t/9234B3A557F4495E

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Non-profit Organizations

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