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Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist

Spurwink
Lewiston, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026
Spurwink is hiring Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) for our soon-to-open Lewiston Crisis Center, which offers a warm, welcoming environment for individuals ages 14 experience urgent behavioral health needs. As an alternative to hospitalization or law enforcement intervention, we provide stabilization, observation, assessment, and short-term intervention in a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive environment - open 24/7, 365 days a year, promoting safety, dignity, and recovery.

Duties

  • Use Intentional Peer Support (IPS) practices to develop connection and trust.
  • Shared lived experience intentionally and ethically to normalize crisis experiences.
  • Work collaboratively with crisis workers and other team members.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialist (CIPSS) certification and/or Certified Recovery Coach certification preferred. Peer support work experience required.

Competitive Benefits Package

  • Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability
  • Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service)
  • Scholarships to ME Community Colleges
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program
  • Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
  • Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Flexibility of Schedules
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Opportunity for Same Day Pay
  • Health Plan Enrollees – Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More)

Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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