Youth Peer Support Lead & Site Manager

Pathways Inc. - Kentucky; Louisa (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways Inc. in Kentucky seeks a Youth Peer Support Specialist to provide recovery-oriented services and mentorship to youth and young adults in the TAYLRD program, using lived experience to support recovery goals and build trusting relationships with participants.

The role is full-time, requires at least one year of supervisory experience, valid YPSS certification or ability to obtain it with agency support, and strong written and verbal communication to document progress and coordinate with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of DBHDID-sanctioned 30-hour Peer Support Specialist training required (training/retraining available through Pathways if needed).
• Certification as Youth Peer Support Specialist (YPSS) or ability to obtain certification with agency support.
• Must meet YPSS credential age requirement of 35 years old or younger.
• At least one year of managerial or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide Peer Support Services through sharing lived experience to support recovery and advocate for individuals in recovery.
• Assist consumers with skill-building and resource connection.
• Facilitate community relationships and support systems; lead peer support sessions and mentoring.
• Assure daily operations of the TAYLRD Drop-In Center during operational hours; supervise assigned staff.
• Contribute to outreach activities and collaboration with community partners and systems of care.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Youth engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

YPSS training (30-hour)

Job description

Pathways Inc. in Kentucky seeks a Youth Peer Support Specialist to provide recovery-oriented services and mentorship to youth and young adults in the TAYLRD program, using lived experience to support recovery goals and build trusting relationships with participants.

The role is full-time, requires at least one year of supervisory experience, valid YPSS certification or ability to obtain it with agency support, and strong written and verbal communication to document progress and coordinate with