Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist

MaineGuide; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance & short//

Long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Scholarships to ME Community Colleges

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Paid training & supervision

Career advancement

Flexible schedules

Generous paid time off

Same-day pay

Discounts on health plans

Job summary

Spurwink is seeking a Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) to join our Lewiston Crisis Center, a trauma-informed, 24/7 facility serving ages 14+. You will provide peer support, link clients to resources, and collaborate with the Treatment Team.

The role emphasizes recovery-oriented coaching, confidentiality, and using motivational interviewing and WRAP principles. A High School diploma is preferred; CIPSS or Recovery Coach certification is required; Maine driver's license with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CIPSS certification and/or Certified Recovery Coach certification required.
• Must maintain a current Maine driver's license and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of and maintain community relationships/resources.
• Coaches participants towards developing satisfying, hopeful and fulfilling lives as defined by the program.
• Assist participants in identifying and pursuing their recovery goals.
• Maintain records, EHR, and documentation as required by Spurwink or State Agencies.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with participant's Treatment Team.
• Actively uses relevant aspects of motivational interviewing, life coaching, WRAP, and peer support to engage participants.
• Complies with agency policies and procedures.
• Clearly respects the need for participant confidentiality.
• Assist clients with wellness needs by encouraging healthy habits, i.e., quitting smoking, losing weight, healthy eating, etc.
• Links clients with primary care providers and medical care.
• Creates and maintains working relationships with community health providers.
• Support participant with scheduling, making and actively engaging in medical, psychiatric, and dental appointments.

Skills

Peer support coaching

Motivational interviewing

Care coordination

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CIPSS certification

Certified Recovery Coach certification

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Spurwink is hiring Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) for our newly opened Lewiston Crisis Center, which offers a warm, welcoming environment for individuals ages 14+ experience urgent behavioral health needs. As an alternative to hospitalization or law enforcement intervention, we provide stabilization, observation, assessment, and short-term intervention in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive environment - open 24/7, 365 days a year, promoting safety, dignity, and recovery.

DUTIES

• Knowledge of and maintain community relationships/resources.
• Coaches participants towards developing satisfying, hopeful and fulfilling lives as defined by the program.
• Assist participants in identifying and pursuing their recovery goals.
• Maintain records, EHR, and documentation as required by Spurwink or State Agencies.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with participant's Treatment Team.
• Actively uses relevant aspects of motivational interviewing, life coaching, WRAP, and peer support to engage participants.
• Complies with agency policies and procedures.
• Clearly respects the need for participant confidentiality.
• Assist clients with wellness needs by encouraging healthy habits, i.e., quitting smoking, losing weight, healthy eating, etc.
• Links clients with primary care providers and medical care.
• Creates and maintains working relationships with community health providers.
• Support participant with scheduling, making and actively engaging in medical, psychiatric, and dental appointments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) certification and/or Certified Recovery Coach certification required. Must maintain a current Maine driver's license and a clean driving record in accordance with Spurwink's driving policy and may be required at times to transport clients.

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability
• Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service)
• Scholarships to ME Community Colleges
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program
• Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Flexibility of Schedules
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Opportunity for Same Day Pay
• Health Plan Enrollees – Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More)

Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.