Certified Peer Support Specialist – Behavioral Health

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumer Directed Services Inc. in Milwaukee seeks a Certified Peer Specialist to provide peer support to individuals facing mental health conditions, substance use challenges, or traumatic experiences.

The role focuses on fostering a supportive environment, using shared experiences to promote resilience and wellness, and contributing to public welfare through peer support. Certification as a Peer Specialist is required to join our team in this community-based program.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Peer Specialist.
• Strong communication and empathetic skills.
• Ability to build trust and motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Fostering a supportive environment to empower peers in their recovery journey.
• Utilizing shared experiences to promote resilience and wellness.
• Contributing to efforts that enhance public welfare and social justice through peer support.

Skills

Peer Specialist certification

Communication skills

Empathy

Trust-building

Job description

We are seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to provide peer support services to individuals facing mental health conditions, substance use challenges, or traumatic experiences.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Fostering a supportive environment to empower peers in their recovery journey.
• Utilizing shared experiences to promote resilience and wellness.
• Contributing to efforts that enhance public welfare and social justice through peer support.

Qualifications And Skills

• Certification as a Peer Specialist.
• Strong communication and empathetic skills.
• Ability to build trust and motivate others.