Certified Peer Support Specialist - Crisis Center (24/7)

Spurwink; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Retirement Plan with Matching

Scholarships to ME Community Colleges

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF Eligible

Supervision & Paid Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Flexible Schedules

Paid Time Off

Same Day Pay

Discount Programs

Job summary

Spurwink is seeking a Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) for our newly opened Lewiston Crisis Center, serving individuals 14+ with urgent behavioral health needs. The center operates 24/7 and offers stabilization, observation, and short-term intervention in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive environment.

The CIPSS will coach participants toward recovery goals, maintain records, and work with a treatment team to connect clients to healthcare and community resources.

Qualifications

• CIPSS certification or Certified Recovery Coach certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current Maine driver’s license with clean driving record per policy.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain community relationships and resources.
• Coach participants toward hopeful, fulfilling recovery goals.
• Assist participants in identifying and pursuing recovery paths.
• Maintain records and documentation (EHR) accurately.
• Collaborate with the participant's Treatment Team.
• Apply motivational interviewing and peer-support approaches to engagement.
• Respect confidentiality and adhere to policies.
• Support wellness activities (smoking cessation, weight management, healthy eating).
• Coordinate medical, psychiatric, and dental appointments with primary care providers.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Life Coaching

WRAP

Peer Support

Education

Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS)

Certified Recovery Coach

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Spurwink is seeking a Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) for our newly opened Lewiston Crisis Center, serving individuals 14+ with urgent behavioral health needs. The center operates 24/7 and offers stabilization, observation, and short-term intervention in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive environment.

The CIPSS will coach participants toward recovery goals, maintain records, and work with a treatment team to connect clients to healthcare and community resources.