DTE Peer Recovery Support Specialist

Door County Wisconsin•Sturgeon Bay, WI

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About The Position

The Defined Term Employee (DTE) Peer Recovery Support Specialist provides peer-based support to individuals experiencing substance use or co-occurring substance use and mental health challenges. Drawing appropriately on lived experience, the specialist mentors, coaches, and assists participants in identifying recovery goals, building skills, accessing resources, and addressing service barriers. The role supports continuity of care by connecting participants with treatment providers, recovery services, community resources, and natural supports while promoting self-determination, individual choice, and multiple pathways to recovery. Services are provided in community-based settings, including recovery homes and Treatment Court, in collaboration with behavioral health staff and community partners. The position requires a non-traditional schedule that includes weekends while maintaining a 40-hour workweek. Work takes place in office and field settings, including client homes, sober living homes, medical facilities, and other community locations. The role requires frequent use of computers and mobile devices, and verbal communication in person and by phone. Physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds. The employee may be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency, consistent with applicable Wisconsin statutes and County emergency management plans and programs. Door County is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

Personal lived experience with substance use challenges or co-occurring substance use and mental health challenges.
Complete 40 hours of approved training in the basic set of competencies within one month of hire: 10 hours in advocacy, 10 hours in mentoring and education, 10 hours in recovery and wellness support, and 10 hours in ethical responsibility.
Demonstrated ability to accurately and promptly document services, interactions, and relevant information.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in recovery coaching or peer support services.
Certification as a peer support specialist.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized peer support to help participants identify and work toward personal recovery, wellness, and life goals.
Use lived experience appropriately to mentor, coach, encourage, and support participants in developing skills, recognizing strengths, and progressing toward established goals.
Support participants across the continuum of behavioral health and recovery services, including recovery homes and Treatment Court.
Establish supportive peer relationships while maintaining professional boundaries and adhering to Peer Recovery Support Services (PRSS) ethical guidelines.
Connect participants with behavioral health, recovery, social service, and community resources based on their needs and goals.
Plan and facilitate peer-based groups and activities that promote recovery, wellness, skill development, and social connection.
Serve as a liaison to the local recovery community and help participants develop natural, peer, and community-based supports.
Assist participants in identifying and addressing barriers to services while promoting self-determination, voice, and choice.
Provide services in community-based settings and maintain scheduling flexibility to support participant recovery goals and program needs.
Collaborate with behavioral health staff and other service providers through team meetings, care coordination, and ongoing supervision while maintaining the distinct role of peer support.
Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with program, funding, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.
Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with applicable laws, policies, and procedures regarding personal and medical information.