Young Adult Peer Mentor: Recovery & Community Support Leader

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network; Waltham (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition and training reimbursement

PTO with 3 wellness days

9 paid holidays

Up to 3 weeks vacation in first year

Free training and CEUs

Medical benefits

Financial health supports

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network’s Waltham site is hiring a Young Adult Peer mentor (YAPM) for an innovative, evidenced based model of treatment in Massachusetts, the Program for Assertive Community Treatment for Youth (PACT-Y).

This DMH funded, intensive, self-contained program serves youth and their families.We are looking for individuals who are open to working Monday - Friday with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Lived experience of mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption.
• Willingness to share recovery story in peer support context.
• High school degree or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with youth, young adults, caregivers and providers to ensure collaboration and care coordination.
• Share your lived experience as a beacon of hope for youth and families in distress.
• Provide emotional and social support to individuals receiving services.
• Help individuals in making positive life changes and developing skills for recovery.
• Act as a mentor, supporting the individual's recovery process and goals.

Skills

People connection

Strong communication

Risk assessment

Flexibility

Boundaries

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Wayside Youth & Family Support Network’s Waltham site is hiring a Young Adult Peer mentor (YAPM) for an innovative, evidenced based model of treatment in Massachusetts, the Program for Assertive Community Treatment for Youth (PACT-Y).

This DMH funded, intensive, self-contained program serves youth and their families.We are looking for individuals who are open to working Monday - Friday with flexible scheduling.