Position Summary: The Certified Peer Support Specialist provides support to youth and adults experiencing mental health and substance use needs. The Certified Peer Support Specialist is responsible for educating, mentoring, and supporting those enrolled in the program through personal lived experience. The objective of the Certified Peer Support Specialist is to promote wellness, purpose in life, develop relationships, and provide insight necessary to move forward in the recovery process. The position must have formal training in the peer specialist model of support and pass the State of Wisconsin certification exam prior to hire. Details + Where: Milwaukee, WI + What: Certified Peer Support Specialist + Start date: 03/2025 + Length of Contract: 6 months + Local pay : $18-24/hr + Shift: Days or Nights + Hours: 40 Benefits: At Amergis Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our caregivers are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer them the following benefits: + Competitive Pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Continuous professional and clinical training + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. Minimum Requirements: + Prefer one year experience as a certified peer support specialist within the last three years + Current peer support certification in the state of WI + Current CPR if applicable + TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable + Must meet all federal, state and local requirements + Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.