Certified Peer Specialist - Family Centered Treatment

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan • Fond du Lac, WI

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI (LSS) is looking for a dedicated and passionate Hybrid-Remote, Certified Peer Specialist to join our Family Centered Treatment Team. This role is part-time, approximately 15 hours per week, and focuses on working with clients navigating substance abuse challenges and recovery in Fond du Lac, Columbia, Sauk, and Adams Counties. A Certified Peer Specialist is defined as an individual with lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges who has completed formal training and certification. They utilize their experiences and recovery journey, combined with skills training and continuing education, to support individuals facing mental health and/or substance use challenges. The role actively centers peer support principles within a defined role, collaborating as part of an agency's team. The Family Centered Treatment (FCT) team operates as a fully implemented, home-based, evidence-based trauma treatment model aimed at stabilizing or reunifying families. The program's objective is to assist families in finding practical solutions to problems, thereby maintaining family unity within the community and addressing inter-generational trauma. The core philosophy emphasizes the inherent strengths and resources within each individual.

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.
• Additional application training provided.

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

• 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