Family & Youth Peer Support Specialist

Paycom - ATS; Madison (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Training at no cost

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Family Support Specialist to collaborate with the behavioral health home team, ensuring well-coordinated care for youth and families. The role emphasizes leadership, technical assistance, and sharing lived experiences with families and partners.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of parenting experience and can navigate child-serving systems. A Maine driver’s license and vehicle insurance are required, with flexible scheduling and location within 30 miles of

Qualifications

• Three or more years of lived parenting experience with a child/youth who lived with you for at least three years and has behavioral/mental health needs.
• Entry level computer skills and a valid Maine driver’s license are required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Peer certification or provisional status is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide technical assistance in developing and implementing BHHO family support services.
• Coordinate care with the behavioral health home team to ensure integrated care for youth and families.
• Share experiences with families, co-workers, and community providers to support success.

Skills

Lived parenting experience

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Valid Maine driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Parent/Family Peer certification or provisional

Job description

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Family Support Specialist to collaborate with the behavioral health home team, ensuring well-coordinated care for youth and families. The role emphasizes leadership, technical assistance, and sharing lived experiences with families and partners.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of parenting experience and can navigate child-serving systems. A Maine driver’s license and vehicle insurance are required, with flexible scheduling and location within 30 miles of