Peer Support Specialist

Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees. Intentional Peer Support Specialist- Ellsworth Hospital Job Code: 13381 Location: Ellsworth 04605 Department: Other FT/PT Status: Full Time Summary: Join Sweetser as the Intentional Peer Support Specialist, working out of Ellsworth Hospital in Ellwsworth, Maine! Monday-Friday Schedule! Rate: $20 Hourly, $21 Hourly with completed certification Applies the tools developed in their own recovery as well as the philosophy and values of Intentional Peer Support to build a connection, consider world view, maintain mutuality, and move towards a new way of being within the new relationship being built with the individual. The Intentional Peer Support Specialist will collaborate, coach, and challenge individuals in viewing life’s challenges as an opportunity for growth and change; within each individual’s recovery process. Employees must complete the CIPSS training in the state of Maine over the first year of employment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Fully understands and is able to actively implement the three principles and four tasks of Intentional Peer Support. Models relationship building, based on the four tasks of peer support, with participants, volunteers and colleagues. Fully understands and is able to actively implement the Eight Dimensions of Wellness as described by SAMHSA. Models the attributes of respect, trust, sensitivity and confidentiality to participants, volunteers and colleagues. Provides support and models healthy relationships. Follows best practices and guidelines established by the Peer Support in Emergency Departments program. Performs all other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE: Lived experience of Recovery with Mental Illness, Trauma or Substance Use and is willing to self-identify with peers on this basis in the community. Paid, or unpaid, peer support experience preferred. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Demonstrates understanding of Intentional Peer Support within 90 days of hire. Demonstrates knowledge of personal Recovery. Ability to be "emotionally present"; recognize when you are not, seek support, and communicate this to the assigned manager. Ability to work with diverse populations and accept differences in perspective and values. Basic computer skills, including receiving and sending emails and data entry to spreadsheets. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalent Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes: Medical/dental/vision insurance and HSA/FSA options with generous employer contributions Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and household members 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and float day Paid Family and Medical Leave Employee discount program Milage reimbursement, applicable incentive and differential pay programs Eligibility for annual increases and referral bonuses Tuition reimbursement and educational partnership discounts 30% tuition discount for UNE's Online Graduate Programs Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Free professional development and training opportunities through the Sweetser Training Institute #J-18808-Ljbffr