Peer Services Program Manager

Summary

• Position Summary
  
  • The Peer Services Program Manager will maintain primary accountability for the management and delivery of peer support services within a number of peer support programs at Maine Behavioral Healthcare. The Manager shares the leadership of the peer support team and is responsible for developing, maintaining, and integrating peer services within the organization. The Manager is responsible for managing a team of peer support staff, their workloads, supervisory needs, and financial resources. This individual must identify as a person with lived experience and have experience practicing one-on-one and/or group peer support.
  • The Peer Services Program Manager will work collaboratively to resolve complex challenges with program leaders. The Peer Services Program Manager must have completed the Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist training and be fully certified for at least 2 years. The position includes coverage and support to all peer services at MBH, as determined necessary by the Director of Peer Services. The position's primary role is to provide competent, peer-valued, supervision to peer support staff at MBH, and may extend to various locations across the MBH and MaineHealth footprint. Therefore, reliable transportation and willingness to travel are necessary for this position, as well as the ability to efficiently navigate technology and computers.
• Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  
  • Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • License/Certifications: Successful completion of the Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) Training with subsequent certification for at least 2 years Valid driver's license and able to pass driving safety standards as mandated by the insurance company.
  • Experience: 2+ years as Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist. 2+ Experience in Group Facilitation and/or one-on-one peer support. 2+ years experience with supervisory/management experience.
  • A demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision and values of Maine Behavioral Healthcare
  • A commitment to the ongoing education to all stakeholders on the importance and values of peers in the provision of healthcare services
  • A personal history of recovery, a wellness or change story that guides peer relationships is required
  • Sufficient understanding of mental health and general health practices as well as an appreciation for an integrated approach to healthcare delivery
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Broad based computer skills
  • Knowledge of behavioral health systems in Maine
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • An ability to work in a flexible, multi-dimensional and fast paced environment.
  • Ability to advocate and support change in a respectful, inclusive manner is required.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.