Certified Youth Peer Specialist

Community Care ME; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Comcareme in Maine seeks a Youth Peer Support Specialist to provide peer-based support to youth using the Peer Connect curriculum across offices, homes, and community settings. You will collaborate with youth to choose their preferred environment and deliver one-on-one support.

The role requires regional travel, resource linkage, timely documentation within 24 hours, and active participation in meetings to support educational and vocational goals with MV Liaison or employment services.

Qualifications

• Age between 18-26 years and lived experience with Severe Emotional Disturbance or Severe Mental Illness.
• Must have a valid Maine driver's license and a registered, insured vehicle.
• Must pass background checks including DMV, CPS, APS, and Criminal checks.

Responsibilities

• Attend Peer Connect training to become Maine Peer Connect certified and maintain certification.
• Provide one-on-one peer support to youth using the Peer Connect curriculum, allowing choice of location.
• Travel regionally to deliver services, including rural areas.
• Link youth with resources and assist with referrals and accessing services.
• Maintain office hours during drop-in periods across various offices.
• Work with YPSSN team to facilitate workshops and coordinate speakers.
• Attempt first contact by end of business day; document contact efforts within 24 hours.
• Document all one-on-one contacts with youth within 24 hours.
• Document YPSSN activities on the tracking tool; assist with youth surveys as requested.
• Participate in agency meetings and supervision; support educational/vocational goals with MV Liaison or employment services.

Job description

Comcareme in Maine seeks a Youth Peer Support Specialist to provide peer-based support to youth using the Peer Connect curriculum across offices, homes, and community settings. You will collaborate with youth to choose their preferred environment and deliver one-on-one support.

The role requires regional travel, resource linkage, timely documentation within 24 hours, and active participation in meetings to support educational and vocational goals with MV Liaison or employment services.