JOB REQUIREMENTS: Lead Certified Peer Specialist Milwaukee, WI, USA Req #2152 Tuesday, December 31, 2024 Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day. Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community. Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County! Closing Date: January 14th, 2025, or upon receipt of the first 50 applicant submissions Lead Certified Peer Specialist Behavioral Health Services (BHS) - MKE Mobile Crisis Team Hourly Range: \$25.72 - \$38.82 Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply Job Summary: The Lead Certified Peer Specialist will be an essential part of the MKE Mobile Crisis (MMC) Team, providing peer specialists services, as well as supportive and rehabilitative services to youth and adults in crisis, under the clinical supervision of, and in partnership with team clinicians. This position will provide services over the phone and in-person within Milwaukee County. This Lead position is responsible of educating and coaching team members. Job Duties: Using personal lived experience and recovery path, provide peer counseling and consultation to clients, families, and supports, to be in a helpful role to others. Maximize client choice, self-determination, and decision making in the planning as well as delivery of services. Provide assurance through follow-up contacts that crisis intervention plans are successful. Connect individuals to... For full info follow application link. Milwaukee County is an Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability genetic information or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/D04C1DEEDE964F63