Healing Center Peer Specialist- 2nd Shift

Forest County Potawatomi Community•Crandon, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting residents in their daily activities and assuring residents are safe under the direction of the Transitional Living Program Manager. The Transitional Living Peer Specialist will often take part in many group activities and/or facilitate groups with the residents.

Requirements

Must have achieved and maintained absolute sobriety for a minimum of two (2) continuous years.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Must have a valid, clean driver’s license and be at least 18 years of age.
CPR certification and WI Peer Support training will be provided and as is required as a condition of employment.
Must successfully pass all applicable background checks and drug screens.
FCP complies with all CDC vaccine and testing recommendations for healthcare professionals.
Proof of immunizations is required and immunizations/testing provided upon hire.

Nice To Haves

1 year's work experience in a halfway house, residential facility, or similar setting with AODA and mental health population preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish a healing and professional relationship with residents.
Transports residents to various appointments and activities.
Assists residents in identifying their own personal interests, goals, and strengths.
Demonstrates understanding of ethics and boundaries.
Assists residents with problem solving.
Maintains resident’s records, program records and other material as required.
Demonstrates the use of active listening techniques and motivational interviewing when communicating with residents.
Helps identify barriers to full participation in community resources and develop strategies to overcome these barriers with mental health and/or recovery.
Uses trauma informed care and is willing to share own personal experiences with mental health and/or recovery.
Provides resources to help with residents’ needs.
Provides support and advocates for clients.