Recovery-Focused Peer Support Specialist

Community Concepts Maine; Rumford (ME); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

403(b) match

Mileage reimbursement

PSLF eligibility

Paid training

Job summary

Community Concepts Maine's Beacon House in Rumford is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to help peers with chronic mental illness and/or substance use develop daily living opportunities. You will apply recovery tools and Intentional Peer Support philosophy to coach and build relationships.

The role is based at Beacon House, 32 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday, with hours meeting client needs. A starting wage of $16.64 per hour is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CIPSS certification within 6 months.
• One year of paid or unpaid peer support experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and travel within the service area required.

Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing support, care, and conversation to peers and family members when appropriate.
• Assist peers and staff with daily activities and duties.
• Participate in planning and problem-solving to assist peers in achieving goals identified in their treatment plan.
• Along with staff and peers, participate in skill-building opportunities in community living.

Skills

Peer support experience

CIPSS certification

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Community Concepts Maine's Beacon House in Rumford is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to help peers with chronic mental illness and/or substance use develop daily living opportunities. You will apply recovery tools and Intentional Peer Support philosophy to coach and build relationships.

The role is based at Beacon House, 32 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday, with hours meeting client needs. A starting wage of $16.64 per hour is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.