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Job Announcement - Vocational Certified Peer Specialist At Chrysalis, Inc., we promote community mental health and substance use recovery across Dane County by supporting meaningful vocational opportunities that build hope, healing, and self-determination.
Our Core Principles:
Self-Determination:
Participants define their own paths to recovery.
Holistic Healing:
Recovery touches all areas of life—mind, body, spirit, and community.
Diverse Pathways:
We honor unique strengths, cultures, and lived experiences.
Continuous Growth:
Recovery is a lifelong journey of learning, resilience, and personal growth. We are deeply committed to equity, anti-oppression, and cultural humility. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and foster an inclusive environment where everyone is supported in reaching their full potential. About the Role As a Vocational Certified Peer Support Specialist , you will use your lived experience to walk alongside individuals navigating mental health and/or substance use challenges. You will provide 1:1 direct peer support, helping peers identify, pursue, and sustain their vocational and personal goals in the community. In this role, you will: Provide Direct 1:1
Peer Support:
Build trusting, non-judgmental relationships rooted in mutual respect, self-advocacy, healthy professional boundaries, and personal empowerment.
Support Vocational Goals:
Walk alongside peers as they complete applications, build resumes, prepare for interviews, and connect with meaningful work opportunities.
Navigate Barriers:
Help peers develop coping strategies, reframe negative self-talk, build social confidence, and overcome obstacles as they arise.
Advocate & Collaborate:
Attend Recovery Team meetings to champion the peer support model and ensure self-determination remains at the center of care. Engage In the
Community:
Meet peers where they are (residential settings, workplaces, treatment centers, etc.) across Dane County.
Maintain Timely Documentation:
Keep accurate, confidential documentation including progress notes, service logs, and monthly reports in alignment with state/federal regulations.
What We're Looking For Essential Qualifications:
Certification:
Active Wisconsin Certified Peer Specialist certification (exam passed).
Lived Experience:
Personal experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery, with a strong commitment to person-centered recovery principles.
Tech Proficiency:
Comfortable navigating Google Workspace, electronic documentation/data systems, and routine digital communication (email/calendar/text).
Community Mobility:
Valid driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle for work travel, and active auto insurance.
Key Soft Skills:
Strong communication, creative problem-solving, healthy professional boundary-setting, and the ability to balance independent community work with team collaboration.
Who You'll Work With:
Our participants represent a vibrant array of backgrounds and experiences. You should be enthusiastic and culturally competent working alongside people with diverse identities, including individuals with: Mental health and addiction challenges (including active substance use) Justice system involvement Multicultural and LGBTQIA2+ identities Varying levels of service engagement Work Environment & Schedule Field & Community Work (65%): Delivering direct support in Dane County workplaces, residential settings, and public spaces (transporting participants when appropriate). Clubhouse & Team Collaboration (35%): Based in our shared Downtown Madison Clubhouse at 2425 Atwood Ave for team meetings, consults & supervision, shared work and collaboration.
Flexible Schedule:
Primary hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM , with flexibility to adjust your schedule for the occasional evening or weekend participant needs or agency event Benefits & Perks Comprehensive Health Insurance (GHC) & Dental Coverage (Principal) Short-Term & Long-Term Disability + Life Insurance (Principal) Retirement Plan Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Package & Paid Holidays Flexible Scheduling Options Mileage Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) &
Wellness Support Ongoing Professional Development & Training Opportunities Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$45,600.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Are you an active Certified Peer Specialist in Wisconsin?
