Youth Peer Support Specialist Part-Time

Morrison Center•Scarborough, ME

3d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Morrison Center is seeking a Part-Time Youth Peer Support Specialist to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary Children's Programs team in Scarborough, Maine. This position is 5-10 hours a week and requires a compassionate and organized individual. The 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, serious emotional disturbance, and/or developmental delay, and self-identifies on this basis with Behavioral Health Home members.

Requirements

Valid Maine Driver's License with a clean record
High School Diploma
Appropriate vehicle insurance
Complete the OCFS Peer Support Curriculum
Able to work Monday - Friday

Nice To Haves

Experience in a similar role

Responsibilities

Share personal experiences to build trust and caring relationships with families.
Demonstrate inclusion and respectful partnerships with the Behavioral Health Home Team and attend monthly clinical supervision.
Facilitate youth and family engagement within the program.
Navigate educational and community service supports for children and families.
Help locate shelter, food, and clothing to assist families with meeting basic needs.
Present ideas, suggestions, and needs to the team in a clear and objective way.
Adhere to Morrison Center policies and state-required documentation, and perform in a manner that sustains and enhances the Center’s positive image and reputation for service.
Support with intake requests and client meet and greets.
Support case managers who are supporting new clients through the intake process.
Manage the Children’s program’s wait lists and referrals.
Occasional travel required to attend State and agency-run trainings and meetings.