Youth & Family Peer Support Advocate

Socket.dev; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Canopy Children's Solutions in Mississippi seeks a Peer Support Specialist to advocate for youth and families with behavior health needs. The role supports emotional well-being, maintains communication with CPS and clinic staff, and provides information to assist family education initiatives.

The position emphasizes a family-driven approach, crisis support, and collaboration with educators and community partners to help families navigate services.

Qualifications

• Biological, adoptive, or relative caregiver with permanent legal custody.
• Must complete CPSS trainings and certification exam within 30 days.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to listen to and problem solve with families individually or in groups.
• Strong organizational skills and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Advocates, represents, supports and assists youth and their families.
• Assists in creating and sustaining a family-driven approach.
• Provides families with information, advocacy skills and related activities.
• Provides psycho-education group sessions for families as needed.
• Assists families in crisis with referrals and connects to resources.
• Helps families address concerns about Canopy's system of care.
• Identifies and develops potential leaders within families.

Skills

Listening

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Dependable

Positive attitude

Diverse communication styles

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPSS training & certification

Job description

Canopy Children's Solutions in Mississippi seeks a Peer Support Specialist to advocate for youth and families with behavior health needs. The role supports emotional well-being, maintains communication with CPS and clinic staff, and provides information to assist family education initiatives.

The position emphasizes a family-driven approach, crisis support, and collaboration with educators and community partners to help families navigate services.