Peer Support Specialist

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As a Peer Support Specialist, you will empower youth by sharing your story of recovery while providing guidance to help them manage mental health challenges.
Peer Support Specialist- Maine 
 
Clarvida’s success is built on the strength of our people: individuals who bring the right skills and a deep commitment to our mission of improving lives and communities. Our employees are empowered to bring their full potential to the table, ensuring long-term success for our team and those we serve. 
  
As our Peer Support Specialist, you will work with youth who are receiving services focused on their mental health diagnoses and in need of a knowledgeable support system to provide guidance.  In this role, you will offer your own story of mental health services and recovery, help clients manage their diagnoses, and navigate peer relationships and various life transitions.  You will work as part of our Behavioral Health Home team and receive meaningful supervision to aid in your own professional growth.
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Pay:   
  • $18.00- $20.00 per hour 
  • Part-Time Hourly to start with the ability to move to Full-Time Hours 
  • Flexible Schedule 
 
Requirements: 
  • CIPSS (Certified Intentional Peer Support Services) certification and training- preferred.   
    • Must be certified within 9 months of hire as CIPSS
  • 18 years- 28 years of age- This requirement is set by the State of Maine service regulations.
  • Currently receiving or have received services for mental health diagnoses and in recovery.  Candidate must be willing to self-identify with clients to aid in their treatment.
  • Valid driver’s license in good standing (record will be verified through Maine DMV)
  • Background check through Department of Human Services of Maine
 
What we offer:   
Full Time Employees:   
  • Paid vacation days that increase with tenure  
  • Separate sick leave that rolls over each year  
  • up to 10 Paid holidays*  
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options  
  • DailyPay- Access to your daily earnings without waiting for payday*  
  • Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements  
All Employees:  
  • 401K  
  • Free licensure supervision  
  • Employee Assistance program   
  • Pet Insurance  
  • Perks @Clarvida- national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment  
  • Mileage reimbursement*  
  • Company Cellphone 
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*benefit option varies by State/County  
   
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To Learn More About Us:  
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.  
   
"We encourage job seekers to be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment activities that are on the rise across the healthcare industry. Communication about legitimate Clarvida job opportunities will only come from an authorized Clarvida.com email address, from a [email protected] email, or a personal LinkedIn account that is associated with a Clarvida.com email address." 
  
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Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision benefit plan options
  • Learning Budget: Training, Development and Continuing Education Credits for licensure requirements
  • Other Benefit: Company Cellphone
  • Paid Time Off: up to 10 Paid holidays*
Salary
$18 – $20 per hour
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