Are you passionate about helping others achieve their greatest potential? Are you looking for a meaningful part-time position to make a real difference in your community? Join our team with Professional Services Group!PSG is a community-based social services organization dedicated to helping individuals and families through dynamic and innovative programming. We are seeking a part-time Certified Peer Support Specialist to join our CCS Ancillary Services program.JOB SUMMARY:The Certified Peer Support Specialist works within a multi-disciplinary team to help consumers in their recovery journey. The Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) Ancillary Services program uses goal-oriented interventions to support youth and adult consumers who are struggling in various aspects of their lives. As the Peer Support Specialist, you will serve as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to adult individuals with a history of substance abuse to help promote long-term recovery and prevent relapse. The Peer Support Specialist must be able to share personal recovery experiences and develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CERTIFIED PEER SUPPORT SPECIALIST:
Participate as an integral part of the person's identified recovery team.
Communicate, collaborate, and support providers of family teams.
Provide information as to the purpose of peer support and recovery models.
Provide recipients with information and insight about recovery.
Exercise judgment to intervene as an advocate in school, work, the community, and during emergency and crisis situations as appropriate.
Provide support in connecting service recipients with community organizations and support groups.
Attend team meetings as needed.
Safely transport clients as needed.
SALARY: $18.00-21.00 per hour, based on experienceLOCATION: West Allis, Wisconsin. Local travel throughout the Milwaukee County area is required to meet with clients within the home and other community spaces, with mileage reimbursement.SCHEDULE: Part-time 12-20 hours per week. Hours of the position will vary but are typically Monday-Friday between 9:00am and 6:00pm. Some evening hours may be required depending on consumer availability.WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?
Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
Flexible hours and great work-life balance.
Work culture that values not only the well-being of the clients we serve but also our staff
Benefits offered to part-time employees include: 401(k) and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
One of our health insurance plans is now offered with no monthly premium!
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
Must be certified or in the process of being certified through the State of Wisconsin as a Peer Support Specialist
At minimum, must have a high school diploma / GED / equivalent.
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran statustags: recovery services, recovery support, peer support, certified peer support, recovery journey, CCS, comprehensive community services, support groupJob Posted by ApplicantPro
