Certified Peer Support Specialist

Professional Services Group; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and profit sharing

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Professional Services Group in West Allis, WI is seeking a part-time Certified Peer Support Specialist to join the CCS Ancillary Services program. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support individuals in recovery and help them reach personal goals.

You should be able to share your recovery experience, build authentic peer-to-peer relationships, and advocate for clients in schools, workplaces, and the community.

Qualifications

• Must be certified, or in the process of being certified, through the State of Wisconsin as a Peer Support Specialist
• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
• At minimum, must have a high school diploma / GED / equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an integral part of the person's identified recovery team.
• Communicate, collaborate, and support providers of family teams.
• Provide information as to the purpose of peer support and recovery models.
• Provide recipients with information and insight about recovery.
• Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate in school, work, the community, and during emergency and crisis situations as appropriate.
• Provide support in connecting service recipients with community organizations and support groups.
• Attend team meetings as needed.
• Safely transport clients as needed.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Wisconsin Peer Support Certification

Job description

Professional Services Group is now hiring for the part-time Peer Support Specialist!

Are you looking for a part-time role where you can make a real difference in your community? Are you passionate about helping others achieve their greatest potential? Join our team with Professional Services Group!

PSG is a community-based social services organization dedicated to helping individuals and families through dynamic and innovative programming. We are seeking a part-time Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our CCS Ancillary Services program.

JOB SUMMARY

The Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) Ancillary Services program uses goal-oriented interventions to support youth and adult consumers who are struggling in various aspects of their lives.

The Certified Peer Support Specialist works within a multi-disciplinary team to help consumers in their recovery journey. As the Peer Support Specialist, you will serve as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to adult individuals with a history of substance abuse to help promote long-term recovery and prevent relapse. The Peer Support Specialist must be able to share your personal recovery experiences and develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST

• Participate as an integral part of the person's identified recovery team.


• Communicate, collaborate, and support providers of family teams.


• Provide information as to the purpose of peer support and recovery models.


• Provide recipients with information and insight about recovery.


• Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate in school, work, the community, and during emergency and crisis situations as appropriate.


• Provide support in connecting service recipients with community organizations and support groups.


• Attend team meetings as needed.


• Safely transport clients as needed.

LOCATION

West Allis, Wisconsin. Local travel throughout the Milwaukee County area is required to meet with clients within the home and other community spaces, with mileage reimbursement.

PAY RATE

$19.00-22.00 per hour

SCHEDULE

Part-time 12-20 hours per week. Work hours are flexible and based upon assigned client availability. Most hours will be during the Monday-Friday workweek, with occasional weekend hours based upon client need.

WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!


• Flexible hours and great work-life balance


• Work culture that values not only the well-being of the clients we serve but also our staff


• Benefits offered to part-time employees include: 401(k) and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be certified, or in the process of being certified, through the State of Wisconsin as a Peer Support Specialist


• Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.


• At minimum, must have a high school diploma / GED / equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status