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Job description
Intentional Peer Support Specialist Integrated - Lewiston
Job Code:13289
Location:Lewiston 04240
Department:Behavioral Health Home
FT/PT Status:Full Time
Summary:
Hourly Rate: $20-$21 hourly, based on certification!
Work within the Behavioral Health Home Organization team to apply the tools developed in his or her own recovery as well as the philosophy and values of Intentional Peer Support to build a connection, consider world view, maintain mutuality, and move towards a new way of being within the relationship being built with the individual. The Peer Support Specialist will collaborate, coach, and challenge individuals in viewing life’s challenges as an opportunity for growth and change; within each individual’s recovery process.
SCHEDULE:
Monday through Friday, Forty (40) hours
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Fully understands and is able to actively implement the three principles and four tasks of Intentional Peer Support.
Models the attributes of respect, trust, sensitivity and confidentiality to members, volunteers and colleagues.
Provides support and models healthy relationships, assure that members receive timely and coordinated services and supports that address physical and behavioral health needs, and promote community and home-based recovery.
Offer support during transitions, as needed/desired by the member.
Work with Individual and Family Supports.
Offer assistance with system navigation.
Offer guidance on self-advocacy techniques.
Teach, model, explore possibilities, support member in building skills, goal setting, and managing challenges.
Facilitate groups to support mental, physical health and wellness.
EDUCATION:
Maintain a valid state driver's license.
State of Maine Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) Certification preferred or Provisional CIPSS Certification within nine (9) months of hire date.
Meet the annual State of Maine requirements to maintain CIPSS Certification.
EXPERIENCE:
Self-identified mental health and/or substance use consumer.
Paid or unpaid peer support experience preferred.
ComprehensiveBenefits Package Includes:
Medical/dental/vision insurance and HSA/FSA optionswith generous employer contributions
Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees andhousehold members
403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and float day
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Employee discount program
Milage reimbursement, applicable incentive anddifferential pay programs
Eligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses
Tuition reimbursement and educational partnershipdiscounts
30% tuition discount for UNE's Online GraduatePrograms
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Free professional development and trainingopportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute
Worksite address
lewiston, ME, 04241, US
Who can apply
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