Youth Peer Advocate Position Available In Erie, New York

Youth Peer Advocate New Directions Youth & Family Services, Inc.•3.5 Amherst, NY Job Details $17.33•$18.39 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Entry level Child welfare

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Youth Peer Advocate•Erie County

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you passionate about helping youth who are facing emotional or behavioral challenges? New Directions is hiring a Youth Peer Advocate in Erie County! You’ll provide one-on-one support and group services to youth navigating mental health needs, empower them to use their voice, and connect them with resources to help them thrive. If you have lived experience as a youth facing similar challenges and a desire to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! This role offers flexibility and the chance to truly impact lives. New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Pay and Benefits 3 weeks of paid time off your first year, not including an additional 13 agency holidays. Access to life, dental and medical insurance. 401k with up to 3% agency matching. $17.33•$18.39/hr your first year. Flexible Monday•Friday schedule, with some day and evening availability required. Join our company, where over 30% of our staff have been with us for 10 years or more. Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills Applicant must be 18-30 years old with lived experience as a youth who has received services for emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges. Experience may include involvement in foster care, juvenile justice, substance use recovery, or special education systems. A high school diploma, high school equivalency preferred, or a State Education Commencement Credential (e.g. SACC or CDOS). A driver’s license (required). We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.