Recovery‑Oriented Family Peer Support Specialist

Clarvida; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Free licensure supervision

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Clarvida is hiring a Family Peer Support Specialist to assist families receiving mental health services in Maine. You will draw on lived experience to support recovery, navigate service systems, and promote hopeful engagement within a Behavioral Health Home team.

Full-time position based in Freeport/Augusta with flexible scheduling. Compensation is $18–$20 per hour, with benefits including insurance options, paid time off, and professional supervision.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following: CIPSS certification preferred.
• Willingness to obtain CIPSS certification within nine (9) months of hire.
• At least 18 years of age.
• A member of your household is receiving or has received services for mental illness diagnoses and is in recovery.
• Willingness to self-identify appropriately with clients to support growth and recovery.
• Valid Driver’s License in good standing (verified through Maine DMV).
• Ability to pass a background check through the Maine Department of Health and Human Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer-based support to families receiving mental health services.
• Share lived experience to promote hope, engagement, and recovery.
• Support families in managing mental health diagnoses and service systems.
• Assist with navigating peer relationships and life transitions.
• Build supportive, professional peer relationships grounded in mutual respect.
• Collaborate with the Behavioral Health Home team.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards.

Skills

Lived experience

Peer support

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Driver’s License

Job description

Clarvida is hiring a Family Peer Support Specialist to assist families receiving mental health services in Maine. You will draw on lived experience to support recovery, navigate service systems, and promote hopeful engagement within a Behavioral Health Home team.

Full-time position based in Freeport/Augusta with flexible scheduling. Compensation is $18–$20 per hour, with benefits including insurance options, paid time off, and professional supervision.