Certified Peer Specialist - Family Centered Treatment

Lutheran Social Services of WI & Upper MI • Sauk City, WI

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is seeking a Certified Peer Specialist to join their Family Centered Treatment Team. This hybrid-remote, part-time role (approximately 15 hours per week) focuses on supporting families navigating substance abuse challenges and recovery within Fond du Lac, Columbia, Sauk, and Adams Counties. The position involves working with clients in their communities, utilizing lived experience and formal training to provide peer support within an evidenced-based trauma treatment model aimed at stabilizing or reunifying families. The role requires collaboration with various systems, participation in supervision, and maintaining documentation in an Electronic Health Record system. Bilingual Spanish speakers are encouraged to apply, with an additional hourly rate offered.

Requirements

• Background Check Required
• HS diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and no more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years and no OWI’s in the last 3 years. No more than 1 OWI in the last 5 years.
• Reliable transportation are required.
• Wisconsin Certified as a Peer Specialist
• The incumbent of this position must have a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.
• Basic computer knowledge and application required. LSS uses Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years work experience with family systems, trauma, and/or SUD diagnoses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work a flexible weekly schedule that includes some evening hours for client appointments, based on client/family availability.
• Learn the evidenced-based framework of FCT and the four phases of treatment—including completing online FCT training supported by the supervisor and team trainer.
• Provides direct peer support using methods compatible with FCT principles and practices for assigned cases and meets fidelity requirements for treatment intensity as part of a team of providers (5 hours per week per family). Caseloads vary depending on referrals for the FCT-Recovery program and depending on travel.
• Maintain clear, concise, and timely documentation records in an Electronic Health Record system to meet state, county and EBP standards.
• Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants to ensure buy-in and cooperation throughout FCT treatment.
• Participate in weekly individual and team supervision and provide kind, direct, and honest feedback to team members, including participation in peer reviews.
• Participate in a rotating 24/7 phone support system that has been established by the team or as needed for clients that are engaged in Peer Support Services.

Benefits

• Professional Development: Opportunities for in-service training, staff meetings, and professional seminars.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Service Awards and Recognition: Celebrating your dedication and achievements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED