Youth Peer Support Partner

Description

MaineHealth Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health

Req # : 52098

Summary :

The Youth Peer Support Partner role facilitates peer support and provides one-on-one support to youth through support groups and activities, education and outreach. This role will support youth in meeting their self-directed life, wellness and / or recovery goals.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education : High School diploma or GED preferred.
• License / Certifications : Completion of, or ability to complete State of Maine Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) Certification required. Provisional CIPSS Certification is required within 9 months of start date. If CIPSS is required, the ability to maintain certification is required. Valid Driver's License and vehicle available for work covered by liability insurance as specified by agency policy required.
• Experience : Experience providing one-on-one and / or group facilitation peer support preferred.
• Additional Skills / Requirements Required : Youth Peer Support Statewide Network must be between the ages of 18-26 years of age. Personal history of significant mental health / substance use challenges and a willingness to be open about these challenges in peer support relationships required. Computer proficiency required.
• Additional Skills / Requirements Preferred : N / A

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact kerry.huckins2@mainehealth.org