Join our Family Enrichment Team! Penquis, a social services agency serving Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties for over 50 years, is currently seeking a part-time (30 hours per week; benefit eligible) Youth Peer Support Specialist (YPSS). As the Youth Peer Support Specialist, you will provide peer support services to youth and their families by utilizing your personal experiences. This position serves families in the Penobscot and Piscataquis counties.
Location: Bangor, Maine
Youth Peer Support Specialist Responsibilities:
- Provide peer support services to youth and their families.
- Utilize personal experiences to assist in the support process.
Youth Peer Support Specialist Requirements:
- Relevant experience in youth support.
- Strong communication skills.
Excellent Benefits Package: (benefit eligible)
The rate of pay for this position starts at $17.66 per hour, and additional compensation may be given consideration with relevant experience.
Penquis offers an excellent benefits package, competitive wages, and opportunities for educational advancement, certification, and coursework. Join our team by applying online at www.penquis.org or contact us at 973-3500 (TDD: 973:3520) or by email at employment@penquis.org to request an application and job description.
In accordance with federal regulations, Penquis does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Penquis is a tobacco and smoke-free workplace.
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