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Northern Maine General is looking for a Peer Support Specialist to serve
clients in Central and Northern Aroostook County. The Peer Support
Specialist uses their own unique, life-altering experience in order to
guide, support, and interact with others who are in some form of
recovery. This typically refers to clients recovering from mental health
disorders. Peer Support Specialists identify strategies to assist the
client in accessing resources and support. They monitor and supervise
the clients behavior and participation in the treatment program, and
they consult with the Program Manager to assure the safety of the
clients and program.
Candidate must have the ability to obtain a Peer Support Specialist
certification and have personal experience with mental health relevant
to the services being provided, is in recovery, and is willing to
self-identify on this basis with Behavioral Health Home members. The
candidate must have the ability to understand and relate positively to
high need clients along with a demonstrated ability to write in a clear,
concise manner. Candidate must also be able to communicate well with
individuals and small groups.