Youth Recovery Peer Advocate | Flexible Hours

Annie Malone Children & Family Services; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Annie Malone Children and Family Service Center is seeking a Youth Recovery Peer Specialist to deliver individual and group services that support recovery from mental illness, substance use, and health needs. The role leverages personal recovery experiences and active participation in the treatment team to engage clients and promote self-advocacy.

The position requires lived experience with substance use, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Former or present consumer of mental health services or a consumer of mental health and substance abuse services.
• Must possess a Valid Driver's License
• Willingness to obtain Class E Driver's License within 30 days of hire
• Must have current automobile insurance
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Participate fully as a member of the treatment team
• Outreach and engage current persons served including those with co-occurring issues into agency treatment services
• Teach clients self-advocacy skills
• Provide services and assist coworkers in developing activities addressing needs of persons served
• Link clients to other external sources of help
• Understand and utilize stages of recovery concepts
• Complete assigned case records and report activities accurately
• Provide support beyond the normal 40 hours as needed
• Complete required training hours and maintain licensure requirements
• Formulate a professional development plan yearly
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Skills

Relationship management

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Annie Malone Children and Family Service Center is seeking a Youth Recovery Peer Specialist to deliver individual and group services that support recovery from mental illness, substance use, and health needs. The role leverages personal recovery experiences and active participation in the treatment team to engage clients and promote self-advocacy.

The position requires lived experience with substance use, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license.