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Peer Support Specialist
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What they do
A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
$32,064 / year median in Wisconsin
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Pathways To A Better Life is seeking a professional, confident, passionate Peer Support Specialist (aka PSS) to provide assistance and support to our clients. Our PSS team members are very important members of our treatment team. They create a family atmosphere and maintain consistent house rules. They help by communicating concerns they observe. Candidates need active listening and positive communication skills. Confidentiality and reliability is a must. Pathways To A Better Life, LLC is a growing company that provides a full continuum of treatment services for adults and adolescents (14-17) suffering with the disease of addiction. Pathways residential treatment facilities are located in Kiel and Waldo. Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following. Assist and encourage residents in setting goals, by utilizing the skills needed to facilitate individual recovery Teach independent living skills, and promote positive choices Assist in some daily housekeeping and cooking duties Document and maintain accurate case files as required by agency policy, government regulations, and applicable local, state, and federal codes Communicate concerns to appropriate staff so our multi-disciplinary treatment team is fully aware of our clients' needs Maintain daily schedule and enforce all policies and procedures Lead and/or participate in group settings to educate residents Medication administration Transport clients to meetings / events Candidates must have a valid driver's license, qualify to drive company vehicles, and pass a DHS caregiver background check. Candidates must possess, or qualify for, Standard Precautions, Fire Safety, CPR and First Aid training, Medication Administration, and attend any required in-service training and conferences. Computer knowledge, spelling, and typing skills. 6:00pm-6:00am (12-hour shifts)