We are looking for a Family Peer Support Specialist to work with our Behavioral Health Home (BHH) team!
As per Mainecare requirements, “The Family Support Specialist is an individual who has a family member who is receiving or has received services and supports related to the diagnosis of a mental illness, and who is willing to self-identify on this basis with Behavioral Health Home members.”
This position would require 5-10 hours per week working with clients as a Family Peer Support, as well as being available to work with their case management providers and other members of the BHH team as needed. In this role, you will use your experience as a parent, guardian, or caregiver to help other parents navigate the mental health treatment process and will be willing to share your story in order to help normalize their experiences. This position is based out of our Portland office on Forest Avenue and can also be performed virtually through telehealth.
Requirements:
-Have a child, or have performed parenting functions for a child (guardian, caregiver) who is or who has gone through mental and/or behavioral health treatment, and have willingness to share this experience openly and to ID as a parent consumer;
-Have transportation and a valid driver’s license;
-Completion of Family Support Specialist certification is preferred; if not yet certified, the candidate will need to complete the training within the first 9 months of hire.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 20 per week
Schedule:
Education:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations