Youth Peer Advocate

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF BROOME COUNTY
Youth Peer Advocate – Level 2

DIVISION: Youth, Family and Community Service
DEPARTMENT: CFTSS
HOURS: Per Diem
GRADE: FLSA Non-Exempt $18/hr

I. QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience

1. High school diploma or GED
2. 18 to 30 years old who has self-identified with firsthand experience with social, emotional, medical, developmental, substance use, and/or behavioral challenges

Skills

1. Ability to advocate for self and others
2. Ability to communicate clearly, including active listening
3. Knowledge of recovery approaches
4. The ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing 40 lbs.
5. Ability to legally operate a vehicle in NY State

II. RESPONSIBLE TO: Supervisor

III. MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

1. Complete credentialing requirements and participate in on-going continuing education

2. Provide peer to peer support
3. Share common experiences
4. Participate in care planning
5. Provide transportation
6. Facilitate community orientation/integration
7. Actively participate in scheduled supervision
8. Facilitate support groups
9. Assist others in recovery based on individual need and cultural considerations
10. Participate in all required training
11. Represent the Agency and program in the community and with other service providers
12. Regular and substantial contact with individuals receiving support
13. Perform other related tasks as directed by supervisor

In compliance with all applicable government laws, rules, regulations and standards and all Catholic Charities Policies and Procedures the duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the above.

Catholic Charities of Broome County is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in the workplace and respect the dignity of each individual. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person