Reach In Specialist - Access Point

At WCS, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their past.

We stand at the intersection of justice, compassion, and opportunity, walking alongside individuals who face barriers like mental health challenges, substance use, criminal justice involvement, and systemic inequities.

We're not just offering jobswere building life-changing relationships that empower individuals to reclaim their futures.

Why WCS? Youll be part of a mission-driven team changing lives across Milwaukee and beyond.Youll receive training, mentorship, and growth opportunities to help you thrive in your role and your career.Youll witness the power of transformationand know that you helped make it happen.Youll work in a culture that values a culture of belonging, collaboration, and compassion.

Join the WCS Team At WCS, our people make the difference.

Were looking for individuals who share our commitment to Respect, Justice, Integrity, and the Pursuit of Excellencepeople who value others, do whats right, strive to grow, and bring their best to the work every day.

If these values reflect who you are, wed love to have you join us.

Job Summary The Reach-In Specialist provides screening, assessment, care coordination, and recovery support to individuals throughout Milwaukee County experiencing substance use and/or co-occurring needs.

This position uses a trauma-informed, person-centered, recovery-oriented, and harm-reduction approach to connect individuals with the services and resources they need to begin or continue their recovery journey.

The Reach-In Specialist works closely with individuals, families and natural supports, probation and parole agents, case managers, treatment providers, healthcare professionals, and other community partners to ensure coordinated and timely care.

What Youll Do Complete substance use screenings and comprehensive assessments for individuals referred through a variety of sources, including self-referrals, Wisconsin Department of Corrections probation and parole agents, and Milwaukee County Division of Milwaukee Child Protective Services case managers.

Use a trauma-informed approach when assessing individuals and coordinating services.

Determine appropriate levels of care and connect individuals with treatment, recovery, and community-based resources.

Provide follow-up to ensure individuals successfully connect with recommended services.

Collaborate with individuals, natural supports, recovery team members, and community resources to build strong support networks.

Serve as a liaison between individuals and service providers, including therapists, healthcare professionals, probation agents, and case managers.

Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in Avatar and other required systems.

Complete required documentation within Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services deadlines, including consents/authorizations, PPS NOMS, Comprehensive Assessments, CARS Referral forms, CARS Assessment Result and Place...