Certified Peer Specialist - Family Centered Treatment

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

1d • 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 part-time role, approximately 15 hours per week, is ideal for individuals driven by the desire to make a real difference in the lives of families in their communities. The FCT Team provides individual and team supervision weekly as part of an evidenced-based model. This position will primarily work with clients navigating substance abuse challenges and recovery, serving Fond du Lac, Columbia, Sauk, and Adams Counties. A Certified Peer Specialist has lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges, formal training, and certification in the peer specialist model. They use their lived experience and recovery, combined with skills training and continuing education, to support individuals with mental health and/or substance use challenges. Specialists center peer support principles in their work, operating within a defined role and collaborating as part of an agency team. The FCT team is a fully implemented, home-based, evidenced-based trauma treatment model aimed at stabilizing or reunifying families, helping them find practical solutions to keep families together in the community and treat inter-generational trauma. The core belief is that recipients are great people with tremendous internal strengths and resources.

Requirements

• Background Check Required
• HS diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years work experience with family systems, trauma, and/or SUD diagnoses preferred.
• 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. Additional application training provided.

Nice To Haves

• Additional $1/hour for candidates that are bilingual in Spanish.

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.
• Provide direct peer support using methods compatible with FCT principles and practices for assigned cases and meet 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.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Celebrating your dedication and achievements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees