Peer Credible Messenger, L.Y.R.I.C. (54450)

About the Role

RiseBoro Community Partnership is seeking to hire a Temporary Peer Co-Facilitator to serve as a Credible Messenger with The Brooklyn W.A.Y. Coalition for the implementation of the L.Y.R.I.C. (Legendary Youth Rising In Communities) ‘artivism’ community engagement program. This program targets 12-18 year olds in Central and North Brooklyn, focusing on art as advocacy, critical thought, community engagement, and storytelling to amplify youth perspectives and develop direct calls to action.

Responsibilities

• Co-facilitate ‘artivism’ curricula and co-create a living curriculum with participants.
• Supervise program participants at all times during program operation, including off-site trips.
• Submit sufficient documentation in a timely manner on a weekly basis.
• Refer participants for internal or external support services as needed.
• Participate in regular internal meetings.
• Collaborate and network with community leaders to enhance youth and family engagement in decision-making.
• Co-develop calls to action addressing community and systems-level root causes of system involvement.
• Conduct outreach activities to promote program awareness and calls to action.
• Develop partnerships with community members and stakeholders invested in supporting youth and young adults.
• Participate in local and city-wide organizing and partnership meetings.
• Utilize positive youth development principles and behavior management techniques to foster social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
• Build healthy relationships with and among participants, acting as a role model.
• Participate in professional development meetings and workshops to enhance skills.
• Apply acquired skills and knowledge to improve program quality.

Qualifications

• High school/HSE diploma required.
• Peer/Credible Messenger certification preferred (e.g., CRPA, NYSPA, YPA, FPA).
• Two years’ experience working with youth and young adults.
• Preference given to those with lived experience of substance use, criminal legal systems, and/or other systems.

Skills

• Commitment to working with and mentoring youth and young adults (12-18).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, Wix Studio, and social media preferred.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills aligned with program priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to provide culturally sensitive services to underserved communities.
• Understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting communities affected by systemic oppression.
• Flexibility to work occasional weekend and evening hours.

Additional Information

This position requires collaboration with the Clinical Team and other programs as needed. Other duties may be assigned by the program coordinator and Clinical Director.