Peer Support Specialist
Company: MaineHealth
Location: Portland
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary
Position Summary
Maine Behavioral Healthcare (MBH) defines "Peer" as a person who
has personally experienced challenges maintaining mental health,
which may include recovery from substance use. A Peer Support
Specialist is willing to self-identify on that basis and
effectively shares about their personal lived experience in a way
that fosters a healthy relationship, centered on each person
exploring wellness, challenges, and new ways of thinking about life
and challenges. It is required that a person has experienced mental
health challenges as part of their life story to be employed as a
Peer Support Specialist
Peer Support Specialists provide one-on-one support to people in
the community, at their homes, and/or at the location where the
peer works. Peer Support Specialists also provide group
facilitation in various topics related to the setting in which they
work, including topics such as wellness, recovery, boundaries,
self-esteem, healthy relationships, etc. Peer Support Specialists
support people in connecting to wellness/recovery opportunities in
the community and accessing other community support services when
appropriate. Peer Support Specialists do not provide clinical
assessment or traditional service provider functions within the
team. Peer Support Specialists use peer support to build mutually
supportive relationships that allow each person to grow and learn
together. Peer Support Specialists are required to have or obtain a
certification in Intentional Peer Support. Peer Support Specialists
manage conflict and disagreements according to agency and peer
values.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college
preferred.
License/Certifications: Completion of, or ability to complete, the
relevant training to the position is required. This may be the
State of Maine Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist
(CIPSS) Certification. Provisional CIPSS Certification may be
required within 9 months of hire date. If CIPSS is required, the
ability to maintain certification will be required (meet
co-reflection and continuing education requirements). Ability to
provide support according to the values and principles of the
training is required. Employment will be contingent on the above
certification guidelines. Driving license and reliable
transportation.
Experience: Experience providing one-on-one and/or group
facilitation peer support is preferred
Is receiving or has received services and/or supports related to
the diagnosis of a mental illness and is willing to self-identify
on this basis with peers and in the community. May be receiving or
has received services and supports related to a history of
substance use, is in active recovery, and willing to self-identify
on this basis with peers and in the community
Models strengths-based interactions and treats all individuals with
respect. Demonstrates ability to utilize strengths-based approach
to problem solving
Ability to articulate the unique nature of Peer Support within
traditional service programs
Good communication skills and an ability to establish rapport with
consumers, family members, caregivers and other resource providers.
Willingness to further develop communication skills (i.e. written,
verbal, and computer.)
Demonstrated ability to keep focus on continual learning and growth
is required
Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including evenings and
weekends when needed
Computer proficiency needed - ability to do basic computer skills
in Microsoft Office and Outlook email
Ability to establish and maintain effective and positive working
relationships with a variety of volunteers, fellow workers,
communities, resources and cultures. Demonstrated ability to work
independently and collaboratively
Additional Information
MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in
2022 by Forbes!
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose
vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest
in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a
comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services,
home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working
together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately
22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care,
diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New
Hampshire. Learn more about our system at mainehealth.org
At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's
needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages
include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave,
retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our
comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and
include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be
working with health care professionals that truly value the people
around them - both within the walls of the organization and the
neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the
well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in
fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate
caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will
be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new
level.
Keywords: MaineHealth, Portland , Peer Support Specialist, Other , Portland, Maine
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