Youth & Family Peer Support Advocate

Canopy Children's Solutions; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work® certified

Supportive work culture

Opportunities for personal growth

Job summary

A nonprofit organization dedicated to children's services is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to advocate for youth and their families. This role involves supporting families through crisis, providing information on resources, and assisting in navigating behavioral health systems. The ideal candidate will be a supportive figure with personal experience in these challenges and hold at least a High School Diploma. Certification training as a Peer Support Specialist is required within the first month.

Qualifications

• Must have a positive attitude and be dependable.
• Experience with diverse communication styles is essential.
• Ability to support families in crisis is required.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for youth and their families with behavioral health needs.
• Maintain communication among families, community, and clinic staff.
• Provide psycho-education group sessions as needed.
• Link families to behavioral health resources.

Skills

Empathy

Advocacy skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

A nonprofit organization dedicated to children's services is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to advocate for youth and their families. This role involves supporting families through crisis, providing information on resources, and assisting in navigating behavioral health systems. The ideal candidate will be a supportive figure with personal experience in these challenges and hold at least a High School Diploma. Certification training as a Peer Support Specialist is required within the first month.