Youth Peer Advocate Position Available In Broome, New York

Youth Peer Advocate 2.8 2.8 out of 5 stars Binghamton, NY 13901

WHO WE ARE :

The Children’s Home of Wyoming Conference partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures. Part Time and Full Time opportunities available.

Position Summary:

The Youth Peer Advocate are individuals who can be role models to recipients in our program. The youth peer advocates are personally familiar with associated challenges and available community resources for recipients. The ideal candidate for this position will have exemplary written and verbal communication skills. The youth peer advocate should be knowledgeable in community resources available to recipients/families the program will serve. The individual in this role should have computer skills – Microsoft office.

Responsibilities:

Educate recipients about self-help techniques and self-help group processes. Teach effective coping strategies based on personal lived experience. Teach symptom management skills. Assist in clarifying rehabilitation. Attend required meetings. Maintain documentation/reports.

Requirements Education:

High School Diploma or GED required NYS Peer Advocate credential is required within 30 days of employment.

Experience:

Must self-identify as a person who has first-hand experience with social, emotional, medical, developmental, substance use, and/or behavioral challenges or has received services in any one of the child serving systems juvenile justice, foster care, special education, addiction recovery. Driver’s license and ability to maintain insurance throughout employment is required . Benefits Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam 403(b) with 6% employer contribution PTO plus 9 paid holidays Childcare Reimbursement Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts) Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center Opportunities for Professional Development Children’s Home is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces and supports diversity, as it benefits the youth and families we work with. We have created an inclusive and mutually respectful environment for all employees. We seek quality employees that want to be part of a collaborative team and make our mission of partnering with youth and families their long-term goal. High School Diploma / GED