St. Charles Inc·West Allis, Wisconsin
The Peer Specialist provides ongoing support to individuals with mental health needs, utilizing their lived experience to empower others in their recovery. They collaborate with case management and clinical teams to promote client wellness and community integration.
The Peer Specialist is responsible for providing ongoing support to individuals with mental health needs, using lived experience to empower others in their recovery and continued independence. Through close collaboration with case management and the clinical team, they actively promote client wellness, advance recovery plans, and foster community integration ensuring alignment with DHS requirements.
Provide one-on one-guidance, and support the development of independent living. Utilize lived experience to provide peer-based support, encouragement, and empowerment to individuals with mental health needs.
Build and maintain supportive, recovery-oriented relationships with consumers through in-person visits, phone contact, and scheduled meetings in homes or designated office settings.
Ensure consumers have full, unbiased access to a wide range of services and service providers to meet their individualized needs.
Stay informed about and effectively utilize community resources to support consumer’s goals.
Provide consumers with information regarding available programs and services as well as assist in making referrals to services & providers that align with their goals.
Complete and submit all required documentation accurately and within a timely manner.
Meet all contractual established requirements and performance measures.
Adheres to both St. Charles Youth & Family Services policies and procedures and Milwaukee County designated policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
A high school diploma is required, with a preference for Wisconsin Peer Specialist certification. Candidates should have personal experience with mental health and substance use needs, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Wisconsin are typically in steady demand because employers need licensed professionals who can support patients across healthcare and social-service settings. This role is competitive because it requires a current Social Worker license, at least two years of experience, and a Bachelor’s in Social Work, with a Master’s preferred; the listed benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) matching. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits carefully on this platform to save time, then confirm your licensure and experience match before applying.
