Family Support Specialist
DescriptionFamily Peer Support SpecialistLocation: Brunswick, Maine (Community-based)Employment Type: Full-timeSalary: $18–$20/hourDate Posted: May 11, 2026About The RoleClarvida is seeking a Family Peer Support Specialist to work with families receiving mental health services who benefit from guidance, encouragement, and support from someone with lived experience. In this role, you will use your personal experience navigating mental health services and recovery to support families as they manage diagnoses, strengthen relationships, and navigate life transitions.You will serve as part of a Behavioral Health Home team and receive meaningful supervision to support both client outcomes and your own professional growth. This role emphasizes flexibility, peer connection, and recovery-oriented care.ResponsibilitiesProvide peer-based support to families receiving mental health servicesShare lived experience to promote hope, engagement, and recoverySupport families in managing mental health diagnoses and service systemsAssist with navigating peer relationships and life transitionsBuild supportive, professional peer relationships grounded in mutual respectCollaborate with the Behavioral Health Home teamMaintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentationUphold confidentiality and ethical standardsRequirementsMust meet one of the following:– CIPSS (Certified Intentional Peer Support Services) certification preferred– Willingness to obtain CIPSS certification within nine (9) months of hireAt least 18 years of ageA member of your household is receiving or has received services for mental illness diagnoses and is in recoveryWillingness to self-identify appropriately with clients to support growth and recoveryValid Driver’s License in good standing (verified through Maine DMV)Ability to pass a background check through the Maine Department of Health and Human ServicesCompensation & BenefitsFull-Time EmployeesHourly pay of $18–$20 (40 hours per week)Flexible schedule — create your own schedule in coordination with clientsPaid vacation days that increase with tenureSeparate sick leave that rolls over annuallyUp to 10 paid holidays*Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan optionsDailyPay – access earned wages without waiting for payday*Training, development, and continuing education opportunitiesAll Employees401(k)Free licensure supervisionEmployee Assistance ProgramPet insuranceNational discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainmentMileage reimbursement*Cell phone stipend*Benefit availability may vary by position, state, or county. Employment TypeFull-timeHow to ApplyIf you are passionate about peer support, recovery-oriented care, and helping families grow through lived experience and connection, we encourage you to apply for the Family Peer Support Specialist role with Clarvida.Learn more:www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-valuesSee other opportunities:www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvidaEqual Opportunity StatementClarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.Keywordsfamily peer support specialist Maine, peer support jobs Maine, behavioral health home peer support, family mental health support Maine, recovery-oriented care jobs, Clarvida careers