Family Peer Crisis Specialist — Mobile Response (MRSS)

The Affiliated Sante Group; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Affiliated Santé Group in Cambridge, MD, is hiring a Full‑Time MRSS Family Peer Support Specialist to work with a clinician on a two‑person mobile response team providing immediate crisis stabilization for youth and caregivers in the community.

Responsibilities include de‑escalation, care continuity, and collaboration with partners to develop family‑driven plans; the role offers growth opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 1 year of personal lived experience caring for your own child or a child you have guardianship over in your home.
• Three years personal lived experience caring for a child with behavior dysregulation, a mental health diagnosis, or dealing with a co-occurring disorder.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of current automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a clinician to respond to crisis calls involving youth and caregivers.
• Promote health, self-direction, and skill development for youth and families.
• Support the development of individualized goals focused on long‑term stabilization.
• Provide education on available resources, including community services, support groups and networks.
• Serve as an advocate for youth and caregivers, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
• Assist in wraparound planning and the development of crisis and family‑driven service plans.
• Facilitate smooth transitions (“warm hand‑offs”) to ongoing services and supports.
• Participate in community stakeholder meetings related to the care of involved youth.

Skills

Lived experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Affiliated Santé Group in Cambridge, MD, is hiring a Full‑Time MRSS Family Peer Support Specialist to work with a clinician on a two‑person mobile response team providing immediate crisis stabilization for youth and caregivers in the community.

Responsibilities include de‑escalation, care continuity, and collaboration with partners to develop family‑driven plans; the role offers growth opportunities and a supportive team environment.