PSL-Certified Parent PeerSpecialist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Functions: Provide one to one peer support

to parents/caregivers in a variety of community settings, including the

family home Utilize unique lived experience to build professional

relationships with youth and families enrolled in Wraparound to assist

in navigating the mental health/behavioral health, youth justice, and/or

child welfare systems to walk with the parent/caregiver and youth to

ensure their needs are being met and their voice is heard, understood,

and respected by the Child and Family Team. Work directly with the

parent/caregiver within the family system to proactively and reactively

reduce crisis triggers, role model parenting and crisis management

skills, provide education to the family, and support families during

crisis. Role model recovery in all interactions and utilize lived

experience to engage families. Support the team to understand and

identify the family\'s needs and develop strategies to meet the

identified needs. Work closely with the family to identify a sustainable

network of supports and resources in the community to meet the family\'s

needs. Partner with the Care Coordinator to build strong working

relationships with community organizations that serve Milwaukee youth

and their families. Collaborate closely with the Wraparound team to

ensure the needs of the youth and family are met. Support youth and

family to engage in mental health services by accompanying at

appointments and community activities. Attend and actively participate

in Child and Family Team Meetings including the development and

implementation of the Plan of Care and Crisis Plan. Complete all

necessary paperwork in a strengths-based manner per Wraparound

Milwaukee/Agency requirements Attend and actively participate in weekly

supervision. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Job

Qualifications: Minimal Qualifications: High school or GED/HSED required

Graduate of state Parent Peer Specialist training Possess current

Certified Parent Peer Specialist certification or become certified

within one year of employment. Meet all WCS and contractor requirements

for criminal and caregiver background check, driving record, and

references. Good written and verbal communication skills. Complete all

Wraparound trainings as required for the position. Ability to display

cultural competence by responding respectfully and effectively to people

of all cultures, languages, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds,

religions and other diversity factors in a manner that recognizes,

affirms and values the worth of each individual. Knowledge and skills to

work with children, young adults, and families. Lived experience of

parenting a youth with mental health, substance use, co-occurring,

juvenile justice, and/or life needs. Valid driver\'s license,

automobile, and sufficient insurance to meet agency requirements is

Preferred. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Working Knowledge Of

positive youth and young adult development; patience and understanding

of challenging life needs; knowledge of mental health and co-occurring

needs; ability to interact calmly and professionally with youth, young

adults, and caregivers; ability to follow oral and written instructions

and cues; ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in crisis

situations; computer skills; accurate documentation; ability to meet

deadlines; sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and life needs. Other Job

Information (if applicable): PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The position is mobile,

with time spent in the community, including home visits, and in the

office. Driving throughout Milwaukee County is required, as is the

ability to climb stairs if necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be

Made To Enable Individuals With Disabilities To Perform Essential

functions. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

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