Youth Peer Advocate & Family Support Specialist

Hope For Youth, Inc; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Training programs

Tuition Credits

Scholarships and Tuition Assistance

Agency-funded Pension Plan

Pre-tax savings plans

Life insurance & disability

Paid time off

Employer-paid medical premiums

Job summary

Hope For Youth, Inc. in Bay Shore, NY, seeks a Youth Peer Advocate for its ACT program to support families and youth with lived experience. This full-time position emphasizes collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team and community-based services.

The role focuses on direct family contact, documentation, and meetings, with training opportunities and benefits. A valid NY driver's license, a high school diploma or GED, and a Youth Peer Advocate Credential are required, reflecting the agency's

Qualifications

• Youth Peer Advocate Credential with one year experience.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, and experience working with EHRs.
• Highschool Diploma or GED.
• Valid NYS driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Follow program policies and employee manual.
• Adhere to state regulations and code of conduct.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support client functioning.
• Provide rehabilitative support to parents/families.
• Support youth engagement in treatment planning and skill development.
• Engage youth to expand skills and self-advocacy.
• Attend trainings and professional development.
• Attend daily team and family meetings.
• Provide transportation as needed.
• Perform other duties to meet client and program needs.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

EHR experience

Driver's license

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Youth Peer Advocate Credential

Job description

Hope For Youth, Inc. in Bay Shore, NY, seeks a Youth Peer Advocate for its ACT program to support families and youth with lived experience. This full-time position emphasizes collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team and community-based services.

The role focuses on direct family contact, documentation, and meetings, with training opportunities and benefits. A valid NY driver's license, a high school diploma or GED, and a Youth Peer Advocate Credential are required, reflecting the agency's