Spurwink is hiring Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) for our newly opened Lewiston Crisis Center, which offers a warm, welcoming environment for individuals ages 14+ experience urgent behavioral health needs. As an alternative to hospitalization or law enforcement intervention, we provide stabilization, observation, assessment, and short-term intervention in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive environment - open 24/7, 365 days a year, promoting safety, dignity, and recovery.
DUTIES
- Knowledge of and maintain community relationships/resources.
- Coaches participants towards developing satisfying, hopeful and fulfilling lives as defined by the program.
- Assist participants in identifying and pursuing their recovery goals.
- Maintain records, EHR, and documentation as required by Spurwink or State Agencies.
- Develops and maintains effective working relationships with participants Treatment Team.
- Actively uses relevant aspects of motivational interviewing, life coaching, WRAP, and peer
support to engage participants.
- Complies with agency policies and procedures.
- Clearly respects the need for participant confidentiality.
- Assist clients with wellness needs by encouraging healthy habits, i.e., quitting smoking, losing
weight, healthy eating, etc.
- Links clients with primary care providers and medical care.
- Creates and maintains working relationships with community health providers.
- Support participant with scheduling, making and actively engaging in medical, psychiatric, and
dental appointments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) certification and/or Certified Recovery Coach certification required. Must maintain a current Maine drivers license and a clean driving record in accordance with Spurwinks driving policy and may be required at times to transport clients.
Competitive Benefits Package:
- Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance
- Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability
- Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service)
- Scholarships to ME Community Colleges
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program
- Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
- Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Flexibility of Schedules
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Opportunity for Same Day Pay
- Health Plan Enrollees - Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More)
Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.