Recovery Coach with Lived Experience

Graceworks Lutheran Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Vision

Dental

PTO

Holidays

Mileage Reimbursement

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Wisconsin Community Services is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist for a full-time Wraparound role in Milwaukee. You will use your lived experience to connect with individuals and families, coach them toward recovery, and help navigate community resources.

Expect travel within Milwaukee County, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a compensation of $19.00–$20.00 per hour. The position emphasizes person-centered support, collaboration with care teams, and accurate documentation while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of Wisconsin peer support training or ability to obtain within one year of hire.
• Personal lived experience with mental health, substance use, co-occurring conditions, or related life challenges.
• Experience working with children, youth, adults, and families.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Cultural awareness and recovery-oriented, person-centered support understanding.
• Ability to meet agency and contractor requirements including background checks and driving record reviews.
• Willingness to complete all required trainings.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license, current auto insurance, and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one peer support in homes and community settings to empower engagement.
• Advocate and empower individuals and caregivers navigating mental health and related systems.
• Build on individual strengths by identifying needs, barriers, and goals.
• Support recovery and wellness planning with care teams and families.
• Promote skill development in problem-solving, self-advocacy, and crisis management.
• Connect individuals to community resources and natural supports.
• Encourage active participation in services and recovery activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress notes on time.

Skills

Peer support experience

Lived experience with mental health

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Wisconsin peer support training or ability to obtain within 1 year

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Teams

Job description

Wisconsin Community Services is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Specialist for a full-time Wraparound role in Milwaukee. You will use your lived experience to connect with individuals and families, coach them toward recovery, and help navigate community resources.

Expect travel within Milwaukee County, a Monday–Friday schedule, and a compensation of $19.00–$20.00 per hour. The position emphasizes person-centered support, collaboration with care teams, and accurate documentation while