Youth Peer Advocate
Job Description
Job Description
Agency Profile : Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and / or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life.
Full-time : 326 Orchard Park Road, West Seneca, NY
SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION :
Provide peer support to individuals with behavioral health issues who are enrolled in Spectrum Health & Human Services’ CCBHC who are between the ages of 18 and 30.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities
- Advocacy
- Outreach and Engagement
- Self Help Tools; Models, Compiles and maintains list of community supports for youth.
- Youth Peer Recovery Supports and Youth Peer Counseling
- Pre-Crisis and Crisis Support Services
- Engagement, Peer Bridge Services, and Services to Assist Individuals transitioning between service systems or between residential or Inpatient Settings to the Community
- Models and Teaches Self-Advocacy, Self-Efficacy, and Empowerment
- Builds and maintains community connections and encourages utilization of Natural Supports
- Assist transition youth and young adults with goals of Independent Living Skills
- Be a positive role model especially in sharing one’s own recovery from behavioral health issues
- Assist individuals in obtaining their goals as written in their Individualized Action Plans
- Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers)
- Assist individuals in developing WRAP plan
- Coordinate Youth focused community events
- Knowledge of School system / resources provided through the school system
- Any other duties deemed necessary by supervisor
SKILLS / COMPETENCIES :
- Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, Power Point, Desktop Publishing, Outlook, etc.
- Ability to engage and connect with individuals who have a behavioral health disorder and or their families
- Ability to develop a WRAP and or Wellness Management and Recovery
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and supportive approach to the needs of others.
- Sound, independent decision-making ability.
- Flexibility with schedule to include evening hours and weekends.
- Possess a Team-First Attitude
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS :
MUST possess a Youth Peer Advocate Credential or be in process
In Addition to the Youth Peer Credential you may also have :
- OMH Certified Peer Specialist Credential or
- OASAS Certified Peer Advocate Credential or
- Certified Addiction Recovery Coach Credential
EXPERIENCE :
- Preferred one (1) year work-related experience
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and a reliable vehicle with an acceptable driving record
- Must be current or former recipient of behavioral health services
- Be between the ages of 18 and 30
COMPENSATION : $23.09 / hr - $26.00 / hr
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