Veteran Peer Support Apprentice - Path to Certification

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Town of Tomah (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Peer Support Apprentice in Wisconsin. The role is time-limited and aimed at preparing a Veteran to become a certified Peer Specialist.

You will work under supervision in a multidisciplinary VA health care team to support recovery and personal wellness, using your own recovery experience to assist others. The position requires active pursuit of certification, submission of DD-214, and adherence to English language requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be a Veteran and meet statutory requirements by the closing date.
• Must actively pursue certification to become a Peer Specialist by 38 U.S.C. 7402(b)(13)(B).
• Provide copies of DD-214 with the application package.
• English language proficiency required per 38 U.S.C. 7402(d).
• Physical requirements: primarily light/sedentary with occasional physical duties.
• Work may occur in multiple settings (medical center, community settings, transport).
• Schedule: full-time; telework not available; typical 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the service, training, consultation, and other activities of VA health care services as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Uses personal recovery experience to model coping techniques and coach Veterans on relevant skills.
• Assists Veterans in articulating recovery goals and personal wellness and supports them in self-management.
• Acts as a role model and advocate for recovery and empowerment within outpatient, inpatient, or community settings.
• Demonstrates learning and development of peer specialist skills under supervision until certified.
• Completes required contract vendor certification training to become eligible for a permanent role.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Teaches Others

Volunteer/Community Involvement

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Peer Support Apprentice in Wisconsin. The role is time-limited and aimed at preparing a Veteran to become a certified Peer Specialist.

You will work under supervision in a multidisciplinary VA health care team to support recovery and personal wellness, using your own recovery experience to assist others. The position requires active pursuit of certification, submission of DD-214, and adherence to English language requirements.