Job Responsibilities:
Certified Peer Specialist - Treatment Alternative Program
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Job Qualifications:
Minimal Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required and experience serving people with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring needs. Successful completion of a State approved Peer Specialist Training and current State Certification as a Peer Specialist. Meet all WCS and contractor requirements for criminal and caregiver background checks, driver’s record, and drug screen. Valid driver’s license, automobile, and sufficient insurance to meet agency requirements are required.
Other Job Information (if applicable):
Work Relationship and Scope: Reports directly to the TAP Program Director in the Behavioral Health Division. Advocates for the individual’s needs with Tap team members and others as needed.
Personal Attributes: Actively in recovery from mental health, substance use and co-occurring needs; willing to share personal recovery story and life needs. Follow agency Code of Conduct and Leadership Code of Conduct; adhere to established policies and procedures of the agency and of all funding sources; conduct self in an ethical manner; maintain professional and positive relationships with program staff, other WCS staff, consumers, and all external persons and agencies involved with service provision; sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic and disability issues; demonstrate commitment to agency values and mission.
Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily in the community, including people’s homes and various community-based locations. Ability to work in an office setting. Hours average 40 hours per week.
Physical Demands: Position is mobile with significant time spent in the community, including transporting consumers, home visits and attending meetings; driving throughout Milwaukee County; must be able to go up and down stairs.
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.
PM21PIe23d849fa660-26276-38434121
$20.20 An Hour Plus More For Related Experience! If making a positive impact in the lives of others is always on your to-do list youll LOVE working with a team that puts people first. We're looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team! As an Administrative...
...than just a pizza company; we're a family that values creating positive experiences for both our customers and our team members. Job Description As a Customer Service Representative at Dominos Pizza, you will be the first point of contact for customers, ensuring...
...Description Job Description Senior Project Manager Healthcare Construction with a top ranked ENR contractor. Large Ground Up Hospital... ...Why join us? Up To $200K Base DOE Top ENR GC with Healthy Pipeline Truck and Gas Card Bonus Program 20% Incredible...
...Job Description Job Description Join the Fidelis Team as a Pallet Builder! Are you hands-on, hardworking, and looking for an employer... ...work ethic and a team-first attitude. What You'll Do: Repair pallets using power tools (nail guns, saws, hammers) Inspect...
...personal time off during your first year! Events & Promotions Coordinator Salary Range:... ...approved event briefs to guide event planning and facilitation including all major event... ...or UHA special events Facilitates or assists with planning and organizing event attendees...