Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) Statewide, Maine

Morrison Center; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability coverage

Vacation time

Sick time accrual

Life insurance

EAP

403(b) retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

The Morrison Center is seeking a Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) to join our team in Scarborough, Maine. This role uses lived recovery experience to support members in wellness and life goals through IPS-based non-clinical peer support.

You will collaborate with the BHH team, share experiences to inspire hope, and help individuals navigate services while maintaining professional boundaries and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Current Maine CIPSS certification in good standing or ability to obtain within nine months of hire.
• Lived experience with mental health/substance use recovery and willingness to utilize that experience appropriately in a professional setting.
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented and person-centered practices.
• Understanding of recovery principles, trauma-informed care, and resilience-based practices.
• Ability to engage individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring challenges.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to establish professional boundaries while utilizing lived experience effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Experience working in behavioral health, substance use treatment, community support, or healthcare settings.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group peer support services utilizing the principles of Intentional Peer Support (IPS).
• Share lived experience appropriately to inspire hope and promote recovery.
• Support members in identifying personal strengths, goals, and recovery pathways.
• Assist members in developing self-advocacy skills and increasing independence.
• Encourage engagement in behavioral health, primary care, and wellness services.
• Participate as an active member of the Behavioral Health Home interdisciplinary team.
• Assist members in accessing community resources including housing, employment, education, transportation, financial assistance, and social supports.
• Build trusting relationships with members who may be difficult to engage in services.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, agency policies, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Skills

Lived experience

IPS principles

Interpersonal comms

Team collaboration

Job description

Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS)

Statewide, Maine

The Morrison Center is seeking a Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) to join our team in Scarborough, Maine. The Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) is a member of the Adult Behavioral Health Home (BHH) team who utilizes their lived experience of recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges to support individuals in achieving their wellness, recovery, and life goals. Through intentional peer support principles, the CIPSS fosters hope, empowerment, self-advocacy, community integration, and person-centered recovery planning.

Job Summary

The CIPSS works collaboratively with BHH care team members, community providers, and natural supports to assist members in navigating services, increasing self-management skills, and improving overall health and wellness outcomes. The CIPSS provides non-clinical peer support services and does not perform clinical assessments, diagnosis, counseling, or other licensed clinical functions.

What We Offer

• Pay $20-27/hour


• Health & dental insurance with employer contributions


• Short- and long-term disability coverage


• Vacation & sick time accrual


• Life insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution


• Mileage reimbursement for approved travel (if applicable under policy)

Qualifications

• Current Maine Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) certification in good standing or ability to obtain within nine months of hire


• Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use recovery and willingness to utilize that experience appropriately in a professional setting


• Knowledge of recovery-oriented and person-centered practices


• Understanding of recovery principles, trauma-informed care, and resilience-based practices


• Ability to engage individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring challenges


• Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills


• Ability to establish professional boundaries while utilizing lived experience effectively


• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team


• Experience working in behavioral health, substance use treatment, community support, or healthcare settings


• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations

Responsibilities and Scope

• Provide individual and group peer support services utilizing the principles of Intentional Peer Support (IPS).


• Share lived experience appropriately to inspire hope and promote recovery.


• Support members in identifying personal strengths, goals, and recovery pathways.


• Assist members in developing self-advocacy skills and increasing independence.


• Encourage engagement in behavioral health, primary care, and wellness services.


• Participate as an active member of the Behavioral Health Home interdisciplinary team.


• Assist members in accessing community resources including housing, employment, education, transportation, financial assistance, and social supports.


• Build trusting relationships with members who may be difficult to engage in services.


• Complete timely and accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).


• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, agency policies, and applicable state and federal regulations.

About The Morrison Center

The Morrison Center is a Maine-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children, adults, and families through a wide range of behavioral health, developmental, and community-based services. Through compassionate care and a person-centered approach, The Morrison Center helps individuals reach their goals and improve their quality of life.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Morrison Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.