Youth Support Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: 710 Main St

• Lewiston, ME, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: $19.38 - $24.19Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Behavioral Health, Title: Youth Support Specialist Schedule/Status: Part-Time/Full-Time Department: Community & Behavioral Health Service Area: Lewiston, ME or Wilton, ME 20 Hours Available in Youth Support Position with extra hours available as a BHP. What You’ll Do: The Youth Support Specialist shall assist members with identifying and developing natural support systems. Draw from your journey with your family member to provide understanding and support to individuals facing challenges. Support members in navigating the behavioral health system and connecting them with resources. Inspire hope of recovery. What You’ll Bring: Must have one of the following: Completed a designated Maine Office of Child and Family Services (OCFS) curriculum for peer support and receives and maintains that certification. Within 9 months receive provisional certification by completion of the CORE training and continue pursuit of full certification as a Family Support Specialist for Children’s services and maintaining certification as a Family Support Specialist according to requirements as defined by OCFS. High School Diploma or GED required. Experience must include having a family member who is receiving or has received services and supports related to the diagnosis of a mental illness, and is willing to self-identify on this basis with BHH members. At Andwell, you don’t just work here—you belong. Being a part of the team at Andwell Health Partners means belonging to a community of people with purpose, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of those we serve by providing innovative and compassionate health care in the comfort of their homes, communities, and schools. Take control of your day with flexible scheduling options. Ability to utilize and grow your clinical skills in school, outpatient, or community settings. Enjoy more meaningful 1:1 time with children and families while working independently and collaboratively. Comprehensive benefit package to support life outside of work. Stability – An employer of choice for 50 years. Centralized HR, IT, education, and employee experience departments for improved support.

Benefits

Incredibly flexible Health Insurance plans Education Reimbursement Paid time off Opportunities for internal promotions All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Qualifications: