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Wellbrook Recovery
Certified Peer Specialist
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$35,916 / year median in Wisconsin
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Certified Peer Specialist Wellbrook Recovery Milwaukee, WI Job Details Full-time 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Computer operation Medical documentation Electronic health records (EHR) management Computer literacy Maintaining patient confidentiality Emotional support for clients Health and wellness goal setting Recovery peer support Outpatient experience Client-centered treatment planning Group work facilitation for social work Driver's License Documentation tools Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Working with individuals with mental health conditions Computer skills Client advocacy in social work Peer support advocacy Patient interaction Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Managing patient records Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination experience One-on-one peer support Communication skills Entry level Community resource coordination Full Job Description Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) Wisconsin Full-Time or Part-Time Available Join Our Growing Recovery Team We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) to support individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in a Detox, Residential, and Outpatient treatment setting. The ideal candidate has lived recovery experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping others build meaningful and lasting recovery. This position plays an important role in providing peer support, encouragement, advocacy, and mentorship throughout the treatment process. Responsibilities Provide peer support services and recovery mentorship to clients Share lived experience appropriately to inspire hope and motivation Facilitate peer support groups and recovery-focused activities Assist clients with goal setting, coping skills, and wellness planning Encourage participation in treatment, meetings, and recovery programming Support clients with community resources and reintegration planning Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times Complete documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) Work collaboratively with therapists, nursing staff, case managers, and the treatment team Help create a positive, safe, and recovery-oriented environment Qualifications Active Wisconsin Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) certification required Personal recovery experience preferred Experience in behavioral health, addiction treatment, or peer support preferred Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Basic computer and documentation skills Valid driver's license preferred Benefits Eligible full-time employees receive: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Sick Leave Opportunities for growth and advancement Supportive team environment Meaningful work making a difference in the lives of others Schedule Day Shift Evening Shift Weekends as needed Holidays as needed