Peer Support Specialist - Certified

Lutheran Social Services; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote

Part-time schedule

Weekly supervision

FCT Endorsement Certification

Spanish bilingual premium

On-call rotation pay

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) is seeking a Certified Peer Support Specialist for the Family Centered Treatment (FCT) program in Milwaukee & Sheboygan Counties. The role offers hybrid remote flexibility, a part-time/as-needed schedule, and regular supervision.

You will provide peer support services within an evidence-based FCT framework and collaborate with treatment teams and families to support recovery and resilience.

Qualifications

• Wisconsin Certified Peer Specialist certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
• Must meet LSS driving and insurance requirements.
• Background check successfully completed is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support services to individuals and families engaged in substance use recovery within the FCT model.
• Partner with families using the Family Centered Treatment approach.
• Collaborate with treatment teams, community partners, and support systems.
• Maintain timely and accurate electronic documentation.
• Participate in weekly supervision, team meetings, and peer reviews.
• Provide flexible support, including some evening appointments and involvement in an on-call rotation.

Education

Wisconsin Certified Peer Specialist certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

Job description

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and/or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

Certified Peer Support Specialist (Hybrid Remote, Part-Time/As Needed)

Family Centered Treatment (FCT) Program | Milwaukee & Sheboygan Counties

Are you a Wisconsin Certified Peer Specialist passionate about supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use and mental health challenges? Join Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) and use your lived experience to help families heal, grow, and thrive in their communities.

As part of our evidence-based Family Centered Treatment (FCT) team, you'll provide peer support services to families navigating recovery while receiving weekly individual and team supervision, ongoing training, and professional development.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Hybrid remote flexibility with community-based work
• Part-time, as-needed schedule
• Weekly individual and team supervision
• Opportunity to complete the FCT Peer Endorsement Certification
• Additional pay incentives:
  • +$1/hour for bilingual Spanish speakers
  • +$1.50/hour upon completion of FCT Peer Endorsement Certification
• Meaningful work that helps families remain safely together and overcome generational trauma

What You’ll Do

• Provide peer support services to individuals and families engaged in substance use recovery.
• Partner with families using the evidence-based FCT model.
• Collaborate with treatment teams, community partners, and support systems.
• Maintain timely and accurate electronic documentation.
• Participate in weekly supervision, team meetings, and peer reviews.
• Provide flexible support, including some evening appointments and participation in an on‑call support rotation.

Qualifications

Required:

• Wisconsin Certified Peer Specialist certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to meet LSS driving and insurance requirements
• Successful completion of background check

Preferred:

• Experience working with family systems, trauma, mental health, and/or substance use disorders
• Bilingual Spanish skills

Our Mission

At LSS, we believe every person has strengths, resilience, and the ability to succeed. When you join our team, you'll become part of a mission‑driven organization dedicated to ensuring everyone has the support they need to live independently and thrive.

Make a difference where it matters most. Apply today and help families build stronger futures with LSS.

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma/ GED (required)

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License (required)
• WI Cert. Peer Spec. (required)