Youth Peer Advocate Youth ACT

Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Offer resources, including, but not limited to: education, advocacy and support along with role modeling for youth how to advocate for their needs
• Create partnerships with the youth and other collaterals to help meet the needs of the youth.
• Educate recipients about self-help techniques and self-help group processes
• Teach effective coping strategies based on personal lived experience
• Teach symptom management skills and assist in clarifying rehabilitation
• Aid youth and families in crisis avoidance as well as managing at the time of the crisis
• Model and practices sensitivity, fair treatment and acceptance of diversity in all interpersonal interactions
• Participates and contributes to program Quality Improvement process

Minimum Requirements

• Personal experience in youth systems (e.g. mental health, child welfare, juvenile justice)
• A high school diploma, equivalency, or a State Education Commencement Credential
• Means of transportation to travel throughout Western New York area
• A valid New York State driver’s license
• Flexibility to meet the needs of children and families in their homes
• Ability to work independently
• Adequate computer and oral communication skills

Competitive Pay Rate

$21.98 per hour, based on a 35-hour work week

Shift Information

Flexible schedule

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays and bereavement time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Medical insurance options
• Dental insurance options
• Vision insurance options
• Wellness Program and Incentives
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care FSA
• Retailer Employee Referral Bonus
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• 403(b) Right Away and Employer-Contributions
• Child & Family Services Is An Equal Opportunity Employer