What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Peer Specialist -DOC position at Wisconsin Community Services, Inc.?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Responsibilities: Position Summary: The Certified
Peer Specialist is a person who has lived the experience of mental
health, substance use or co-occurring needs, is in recovery, has had
formal training in the peer specialist model of support, and has passed
the State of Wisconsin certification exam to be certified upon hire.
Peer Specialists in the Department of Corrections (DOC) Peer Specialist
Program also have experienced being incarcerated and working with DOC in
their own lives. Peer Specialists work 1:1 with people enrolled in the
DOC Peer Specialist Program as they identify their needs throughout
their recovery journeys. The Peer Specialists utilize their own unique
lived experience to engage the people they are serving and role model
recovery during each interaction. Peer Specialists support all
individuals in the following goals: improve quality of life for
individuals, promote individuals\' recovery, increase individuals\'
ability to effectively deal with challenges and problem solve crises,
increase individuals\' ability to manage stressors outside an inpatient
hospital setting and assist individuals in navigating between system
access points and levels of care. Essential Functions: Link individuals
to a variety of self-determined supports and services within the Racine
and Kenosha areas, including traditional mental health services such as
case management, psychiatry and individual therapy, mutual aid support
groups, natural supports and discover other kinds of healing and/or
purposeful activities that may contribute to the recovery process. Have
contact with individuals a minimum of four times per month; two of these
contacts must be made in person. Provide 1:1 peer support services to
people in the Racine and Kenosha communities (including their home and
other community-based locations). Assist the individual in exploring
goals and priorities while participating in the peer support program and
collaborate on the creation of a Needs Assessment to receive support for
the duration of program enrollment. From a recovery perspective, provide
a strength-based review of an individual\'s abilities, strengths, and
assets. Encourage individuals to become the expert of their own lived
experiences and develop voice and choice around service participation to
be empowered in their recovery. Support individuals in navigating
systems of care and encourage the participant to communicate with other
services providers, including Probation Agents, to allow for maximum
self-determination and dignity in care. Responsible for accurate
documentation and maintaining case files as required by agency policy,
government regulations, and applicable local, state, and federal codes.
This includes completion of initial and ongoing Needs Assessments, and
progress notes for each interaction with individuals in the program.
Communicate and collaborate with assigned Probation Agents on a
bi-weekly basis, at minimum, to share updates on progress being made
towards recovery goals. Work with the participants\' collateral and
community contacts to promote continuity of care with written and
explicit consent to support their recovery journey. Assist participants
in their process of stabilization and recovery. Provide educational
discussions with small groups of participants as needed or requested.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and weekly supervision. Attend
In-service Training And Conferences As Required. Other Duties And
Responsibilities: Other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry
out the responsibilities of the position. Other duties will be
determined by the supervisor. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Job Qualifications: Minimal Qualifications: High school
or GED/HSED required; graduate of state Certified Peer Specialist
training; possess current Certified Peer Specialist certification;
strong written and verbal communication skills. P rsonal experience with
mental health and substance use needs and knowledge of recovery
principles. Meet all WCS and contractor requirements for criminal and
caregiver background, driver\'s record, and reference checks. Valid
driver\'s license, automobile, and sufficient insurance to meet agency
requirements is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Computer
skills; accurate documentation; ability to meet deadlines; knowledge of
substance use issues, mental health needs, and the Department of
Corrections. Other Job Information (if applicable): Work Relationships
and Scope: Has contact with a wide variety of individuals including
probation agents, case managers, therapists, families, and community
resources. Personal Attributes: Follow agency 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
respectful relationships with program staff, other WCS staff,
individuals receiving services and all external persons and agencies
involved with service provision; sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic and
disability needs; demonstrate commitment to agency values and mission.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Computer skills; accurate
documentation; ability to meet deadlines; knowledge of substance use
issues, mental health needs, and the Department of Corrections. Working
Conditions: Some of the work is done sitting at a desk and using the
computer; 40 hours per week; flexible work schedule may include some
evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the program. Physical
Demands: Position is mobile with time spent in the community, including
home visits and other community-based locations; driving throughout
Racine and Kenosha counties; must be able to go up and down stairs.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform essential functions. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://tinyurl.com/bdhhwnpu
Peer Specialist is a person who has lived the experience of mental
health, substance use or co-occurring needs, is in recovery, has had
formal training in the peer specialist model of support, and has passed
the State of Wisconsin certification exam to be certified upon hire.
Peer Specialists in the Department of Corrections (DOC) Peer Specialist
Program also have experienced being incarcerated and working with DOC in
their own lives. Peer Specialists work 1:1 with people enrolled in the
DOC Peer Specialist Program as they identify their needs throughout
their recovery journeys. The Peer Specialists utilize their own unique
lived experience to engage the people they are serving and role model
recovery during each interaction. Peer Specialists support all
individuals in the following goals: improve quality of life for
individuals, promote individuals\' recovery, increase individuals\'
ability to effectively deal with challenges and problem solve crises,
increase individuals\' ability to manage stressors outside an inpatient
hospital setting and assist individuals in navigating between system
access points and levels of care. Essential Functions: Link individuals
to a variety of self-determined supports and services within the Racine
and Kenosha areas, including traditional mental health services such as
case management, psychiatry and individual therapy, mutual aid support
groups, natural supports and discover other kinds of healing and/or
purposeful activities that may contribute to the recovery process. Have
contact with individuals a minimum of four times per month; two of these
contacts must be made in person. Provide 1:1 peer support services to
people in the Racine and Kenosha communities (including their home and
other community-based locations). Assist the individual in exploring
goals and priorities while participating in the peer support program and
collaborate on the creation of a Needs Assessment to receive support for
the duration of program enrollment. From a recovery perspective, provide
a strength-based review of an individual\'s abilities, strengths, and
assets. Encourage individuals to become the expert of their own lived
experiences and develop voice and choice around service participation to
be empowered in their recovery. Support individuals in navigating
systems of care and encourage the participant to communicate with other
services providers, including Probation Agents, to allow for maximum
self-determination and dignity in care. Responsible for accurate
documentation and maintaining case files as required by agency policy,
government regulations, and applicable local, state, and federal codes.
This includes completion of initial and ongoing Needs Assessments, and
progress notes for each interaction with individuals in the program.
Communicate and collaborate with assigned Probation Agents on a
bi-weekly basis, at minimum, to share updates on progress being made
towards recovery goals. Work with the participants\' collateral and
community contacts to promote continuity of care with written and
explicit consent to support their recovery journey. Assist participants
in their process of stabilization and recovery. Provide educational
discussions with small groups of participants as needed or requested.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and weekly supervision. Attend
In-service Training And Conferences As Required. Other Duties And
Responsibilities: Other job-related duties as may be necessary to carry
out the responsibilities of the position. Other duties will be
determined by the supervisor. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Job Qualifications: Minimal Qualifications: High school
or GED/HSED required; graduate of state Certified Peer Specialist
training; possess current Certified Peer Specialist certification;
strong written and verbal communication skills. P rsonal experience with
mental health and substance use needs and knowledge of recovery
principles. Meet all WCS and contractor requirements for criminal and
caregiver background, driver\'s record, and reference checks. Valid
driver\'s license, automobile, and sufficient insurance to meet agency
requirements is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Computer
skills; accurate documentation; ability to meet deadlines; knowledge of
substance use issues, mental health needs, and the Department of
Corrections. Other Job Information (if applicable): Work Relationships
and Scope: Has contact with a wide variety of individuals including
probation agents, case managers, therapists, families, and community
resources. Personal Attributes: Follow agency 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
respectful relationships with program staff, other WCS staff,
individuals receiving services and all external persons and agencies
involved with service provision; sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic and
disability needs; demonstrate commitment to agency values and mission.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Computer skills; accurate
documentation; ability to meet deadlines; knowledge of substance use
issues, mental health needs, and the Department of Corrections. Working
Conditions: Some of the work is done sitting at a desk and using the
computer; 40 hours per week; flexible work schedule may include some
evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the program. Physical
Demands: Position is mobile with time spent in the community, including
home visits and other community-based locations; driving throughout
Racine and Kenosha counties; must be able to go up and down stairs.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform essential functions. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://tinyurl.com/bdhhwnpu