Peer Support Specialist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintain a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the individuals served, including being available by cell phone on nights and weekends. Provide individual peer support services for people involved in the Fond du Lac- Department of Corrections (DOC) Peer Support Program. Link individuals to a variety of self-determined supports and services within the Fond du Lac area, including mental health, substance use support, natural/ family supports. Support individuals to become the expert of their own lived experience and develop a voice and choice around service participation to be empowered in their recovery. Responsible for maintaining up-to-date accurate documentation of all contacts in AWARDS, including completing the needs and interest assessment, progress notes with peers, and all collateral contacts. Assist with the facilitation of Motely Crew support group online. Required to turn in program spreadsheets in an accurate and timely fashion. AWARDS, Billing, and Activity Reports must match. Complete all agency training as required within the agency timelines. Attend and participate in monthly in-person team meetings as required. Assist Program Manager with planning and participate in community building and recovery activities and events. Attend in-service training and conferences as required. Interaction with outside agencies, Wisconsin Department of Corrections Agents of Record maintaining regular communication with the referring agents, including emailing all progress notes at the end of each month; and community-based organizations for resources and support to people served. This position requires regular driving for work-related duties and community outreach. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Job Qualifications: Required Qualifications Must have a high-school diploma Must have a valid driver's license, automobile, and insurance sufficient to meet agency requirements. Must pass a driving record background check to be eligible to drive in the community during work hours. Meet all the employee requirements including references, criminal background check (both WCS and DOC), drug test, and driver's license check. Program specific knowledge: (ex. AODA, mental health, youth, etc.). Examples: o Must have completed the State of Wisconsin Peer Support Training curriculum and pass the certification test within the first 6 months of employment. o One to two years of experience as a peer support is preferred. For some contracts this may be required. o Must have lived experience with substance use or mental health disorders, which includes justice involvement, and extensive understanding of the core competencies of Peer Support. o Comprehensive understanding of substance use and mental health disorders, and knowledge of resources in the community that are available to the people served in the Peer Support Program (such as housing, employment, treatment, support with food insecurities, parenting resources, and more). o General knowledge of supporting individuals in crisis. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Communication Ability to provide information effectively with a diverse population - the persons we serve, agency leadership, supervisor, colleagues, and program partners in writing and oral communications. Technological Aptitude Ability to use general technological skills throughout daily job i.e., Email, Internet, company specified systems, (ex. Microsoft 365, Windows, Word, Excel). Managing Priorities/Deadlines Ability to maintain schedules, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects. Problem-Solving Skills Ability to think critically and be solution-oriented in a fast-paced environment and adapt to program changes and challenges. Must be able to demonstrate good judgement when faced with peers in crisis. Adaptability Ability to manage change, deal with situations as they arise and work independently or as art of a team. Teamwork Ability to work as a team, and participate productively and respectfully while also managing independent contributing duties and responsibilities. Motivation Possess a commitment to the assigned job and assigned peers, mission, and core values of the organization while also supporting a respectful and harmonious work setting. Professionalism Ability to conduct oneself with a high level of professional conduct, integrity, ethics and boundaries. Wisconsin Community Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://talentwire.org/vOOQ5L?rf=DCICONSULT