Parent Peer Advocate for Families & Youth

Graceworks Lutheran Services; Milwaukee (WI); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wisconsin Community Services (WCS) is seeking a compassionate Parent Peer Specialist to support parents of youth enrolled in Wraparound Milwaukee. You will leverage lived experience to guide families, build trust, and navigate complex systems with empathy.

The role emphasizes community-based visits, collaboration with the Wraparound team, and advocacy to ensure youth and family needs are met. Flexible hours and supervision are provided.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED/HSED required.
• Graduate of state-approved Parent Peer Specialist training.
• Current Certified Parent Peer Specialist certification, or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
• Lived experience parenting a youth with mental health, substance use, co-occurring, juvenile justice, and/or significant life needs.
• Ability to complete required Wraparound training.
• Ability to meet agency and contractor requirements for background checks, driving record, and references.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with children, young adults, parents, caregivers, and families.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately during crisis situations.
• Computer skills and accurate documentation abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow oral and written instructions.
• Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse identities.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Provide one-to-one peer support to parents and caregivers in community settings, including family homes.
• Use lived experience to build trusting relationships with youth and families.
• Help families navigate mental health/behavioral health, youth justice, child welfare, and other systems.
• Advocate with parents and caregivers so their needs are heard by the Child and Family Team.
• Identify and reduce crisis triggers and strengthen parenting and crisis-management skills.
• Model effective parenting, recovery, problem-solving, and crisis-management strategies.
• Provide education and support to families before, during, and after crises.
• Assist the Wraparound team in understanding family needs and developing practical strategies.
• Work with families to identify community supports and natural supports.
• Collaborate with Care Coordinator to build relationships with community organizations.
• Participate in weekly supervision and trainings.

Conocimientos

Written & Verbal comms

Lived experience parent

Crisis management

Driver's license

Wraparound training

Educación

High School Diploma

Parent Peer Specialist training

Certified Parent Peer Specialist

Descripción del empleo

Wisconsin Community Services (WCS) is seeking a compassionate Parent Peer Specialist to support parents of youth enrolled in Wraparound Milwaukee. You will leverage lived experience to guide families, build trust, and navigate complex systems with empathy.

The role emphasizes community-based visits, collaboration with the Wraparound team, and advocacy to ensure youth and family needs are met. Flexible hours and supervision are provided.