Certified Peer Specialist

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Certified Peer Specialist (CPS)

Wisconsin

Full-Time or Part-Time Available

Join Our Growing Recovery Team

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to support individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in a Detox, Residential, and Outpatient treatment setting.

The ideal candidate has lived recovery experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping others build meaningful and lasting recovery. This position plays an important role in providing peer support, encouragement, advocacy, and mentorship throughout the treatment process.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support services and recovery mentorship to clients
• Share lived experience appropriately to inspire hope and motivation
• Facilitate peer support groups and recovery-focused activities
• Assist clients with goal setting, coping skills, and wellness planning
• Encourage participation in treatment, meetings, and recovery programming
• Support clients with community resources and reintegration planning
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times
• Complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Work collaboratively with therapists, nursing staff, case managers, and the treatment team
• Help create a positive, safe, and recovery-oriented environment
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Active Wisconsin Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification required
• Personal recovery experience preferred
• Experience in behavioral health, addiction treatment, or peer support preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer and documentation skills
• Valid driver’s license preferred
  
  
  

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees receive:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sick Leave
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Supportive team environment
• Meaningful work making a difference in the lives of others
  
  
  

Schedule

• Day Shift
• Evening Shift
• Weekends as needed
• Holidays as needed
  
  
  

Work Setting

• Detox Center
• Residential Treatment Facility
• Outpatient Treatment Program
  
  
  

Experience

• Peer Support: 1 year preferred
  
  
  

License/Certification

• Wisconsin Certified Peer Specialist (Required)