Youth Peer Support Specialist
Brunswick, ME 
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About this role

As our Peer Support Specialist, you will work with youth who are receiving services focused on their mental health diagnoses and in need of a knowledgeable support system to provide guidance. In this role, you will offer your own story of mental health services and recovery, help clients manage their diagnoses, and navigate peer relationship and various life transitions. You will work as part of our Behavioral Health Home team and receive meaningful supervision to aid in your own professional growth.

Perks of this role:

  • Competitive pay rate $18.00-$20.00/hour
  • Flexible schedule: 8-10 hours a week

Does the following apply to you?

  • 18 - 28 years of age (due to state program requirements)
  • Receiving/received services for mental illness diagnoses (PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, etc.) and in recovery. Candidate must be willing to self-identify with clients to aid in their growth.
  • Valid drivers license in good standing (record will be verified through Maine DMV)
  • Background check through Department of Human Services of Maine

Must meet one (1) of these:

  • CIPSS (Certified Intentional Peer Support Services) certification and training- preferred.
  • Willingness to become certified within 9 months of hire as CIPSS

What we offer:

Full Time Employees:

  • Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
  • Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
  • up to 10 Paid holidays*
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options
  • DailyPay- Access to your daily earnings without waiting for payday*
  • Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements

All Employees:

  • 401K
  • Free licensure supervision
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance program
  • Perks @Pathways - national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
  • Mileage reimbursement*
  • Cellphone stipend*

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*benefit option varies by State/County

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Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
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