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Youth Peer Advocate
2 weeks ago
Family Service League Inc. is seeking a part-time Youth Peer Advocate for the Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) program.
Job SummaryThe Youth Peer Advocate will deliver services to youth enrolled in our High-Fidelity Wrap program for up to 15 hours weekly. The Youth Peer Advocate will work with youth ages 5-21 who are experiencing social, emotional, medical, developmental, substance use and/or behavioral challenges in their home, school, placement and/or community.
Responsibilities- Meet with clients weekly in their home and community to develop skills towards goals identified.
- Develop treatment plan goals and work closely with the High-Fidelity Wrap Care Manager and Family Peer Advocate.
- Document in an EHR and conduct regular communication.
- Transport youth as needed and work as a team with other CFTSS and care management staff.
- Participate in monthly staff and team meetings (in person or via phone).
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Must be an individual 21 to 29 years old who has self-identified as a person who has first-hand experience with mental health or behavioral challenges, or co-occurring disorders.
Youth Peer Advocate credential required. Must be able to use a "lived experience" with a disability, mental health condition, involvement in juvenile justice system, special education, substance use disorder and/or foster care to assist in supporting youth in their resiliency, recovery, and wellness.
Prior experience working with children required; children with special needs preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, engagement and verbal and written communication skills required.
Ability to be creative and present ideas and skills in a variety of ways required.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required. Must own a reliable car that is properly insured, registered, and maintained to drive from worksite to worksite.
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Riverhead, New York, United States Family Service League Inc. Full time{"title": "Youth Peer Specialist", "description": "Job SummaryFamily Service League Inc. is seeking a per-diem Peer Specialist to provide support to youth and families in need. The ideal candidate will have first-hand experience with mental health or behavioral challenges, or co-occurring disorders.ResponsibilitiesProvide weekly meetings with...
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Riverhead, New York, United States Family Service League Inc. Full timeAbout the RoleFamily Service League Inc. is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Peer Specialist to join our team. As a Peer Specialist, you will work closely with caregivers and family members to provide support and guidance to youth and families in need.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide weekly meetings with caregivers/family members in their homes and...
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Riverhead, New York, United States Family Service League Inc. Full timeAbout the RoleFamily Service League Inc. is seeking a per-diem Peer Specialist to provide a set of services designed to help youth and families to gain the necessary tools to be successful in their homes and communities.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide weekly meetings with caregivers/family members in their home and community to develop skills towards goals...