Health Affiliates Maine is seeking a Behavioral Health Home (BHH) Youth Peer Support Specialist to join our team. This community-based program offers a holistic, integrated approach to providing collaborative care to address mental health, medical, and other resource needs. This approach has a multi-provider perspective and increases the ability for the youth and/or family to access their needs and goals while learning self-management tools for ongoing success. As a valued member of the BHH team, you will contribute your lived experience alongside a multidisciplinary group that includes a clinical team lead, family peer support specialist, wellness coordinator, medical consultant, psychiatric consultant, and nurse care manager. Roles and Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to the following): Using lived experience and mutuality to inspire and support youth navigating their own journey of healing, recovery, self discovery. Meet with a minimum of 8-10 youth that have peer support identified in their plan of care to: a. Build supportive strength-based relationships with youth. b. Share lived experiences appropriately to support mutuality, hope and resiliency. c. Provide one on one and group youth peer support services within work hours. d. Assist youth in elevating and centering their goals and voice in services. e. Promote youth development and empowerment Work collaboratively with BHH team to support youth voice and choice. Follow the Youth Peer Support core competencies of Self Determination; Hopefulness; Wellbeing; Social Connectedness; and Self Advocacy. Advocate for social justice and inclusivity within the community. Provide services to youth that are trauma informed, youth-driven, non-judgmental, and empowering. Help youth navigate systems of care (i.e. medical, mental health/behavioral, child welfare, educational, juvenile justice) and support with goal attainment. Actively participate in all required agency supervisions, trainings, meetings as well as external trainings relevant to youth Peer Support Role in order to maintain certification. If you're passionate about helping others and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, we encourage you to apply and help us continue making a positive impact in the veteran community. Benefits at Health Affiliates Maine (may vary by position and are not guaranteed for all roles) We recognize that our success depends on our talented and dedicated workforce. We strive to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and promote a healthy work-life balance. Our overall benefits offerings may include, but are not limited to: Generous earned time off, with increased accruals at each milestone year Flexible scheduling options, including flextime and condensed workweeks Up to 12.5 paid holidays annually Financial programs such as Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans, and access to financial advising Health and wellness benefits, including multiple medical plan options, and employer-paid life and disability insurance Flexible work location options, which may include remote, hybrid, or in office. Specific benefits and eligibility will depend on the position and employment status and may not apply to this specific role.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent GED. Active Maine Driver's License and Reliable Transportation Must be between the ages of 18-30 (per Section 92 MaineCare Regulations) Has personally experienced mental health challenges and received support or services through youth-serving systems (such as school-based services, outpatient or inpatient mental health care, child welfare, juvenile justice, or community-based programs). Certified as a Youth Peer Support Specialist in Maine and/or ability to obtain certification within 9 months of hire date.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Auburn, ME 04210