SCO Family of Services
Responsibilities
To act as the liaison between the RTF youth and ETT
Provide weekly peer support group using a range of topics and strategies
Provide community -based/ in-home individualized peer support as assigned
Assist with the development of family safety plans
Participate directly at Enhanced Treatment Team meetings as required
Interpret and implement the RTF program’s philosophy, policies, routines, and procedures, which effect group living and consumer transition in a manner consistent with their intent.
Assist new residents in the transition and acclimation to group living
Support residents during activities within the community and on campus, including leisure/wellness/ recreation activities
Communicate problems or potential problems to the Transition Manager
Attend Pre-placement meetings, Diagnostic Conference meetings, Comprehensive Treatment Plan Reviews and Discharge/ Aftercare Meetings as requested by Transition manager
Attend in-service training sessions, conferences, and/or workshops as required by the position and/or authorized by the Transition Manager and/or Program Director
Participate in Monthly supervision with Transition Manager to support the development of Youth Peer Advocates
Attend monthly Youth Peer Advocate Team meetings and site visits designated to unify Youth Peer Advocates
Works with the Enhanced Treatment Team in accessing community resources and supports for youth
Provide youth with face to face and telephone support, information and communicate need for referrals to Enhanced Treatment Team as needed
Develop and facilitate youth advisory councils for youth on campus
Facilitate youth support groups, providing a safe non‑judgmental, youth‑friendly and culturally competent environment
Maintain confidentiality of information in records of youth in program and; follow and abide by all HIPAA laws and regulations
Peer Bridger ‑ assist RTF youth with transitioning to community or lower levels of care
Attend meetings and conferences when assigned representing the youth voice in Meetings
Provide support and advocacy to recovering RTF youth to stay in their homes and communities, with the goal of avoiding further hospitalization or institutionalized care.
Be able to use lived experience with a mental illness and/or co‑occurring disorder to assist in supporting youth in their resiliency/recovery and wellness
Maintains appropriate boundaries with youth served
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
18-28 years of age who has had first-hand experience with mental health services, special education services, or foster care
Have a high school diploma, high school equivalency, or NYS State Education Commencement Credential (e.g. SACC or CDOS)
New York State Youth Peer Advocate Credential (YPA)
Good verbal and written communication skills
A Youth Peer Advocate should be in the recovery phase of their own treatment, and demonstrate the ability to reflect thoughtfully about their diagnosis, experiences, and personal history
Have a basic knowledge of support techniques, advocacy, active listening methods, and group facilitation, or be willing to attend related trainings
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the
Know Your Rights
notice from the Department of Labor.
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To act as the liaison between the RTF youth and ETT
Provide weekly peer support group using a range of topics and strategies
Provide community -based/ in-home individualized peer support as assigned
Assist with the development of family safety plans
Participate directly at Enhanced Treatment Team meetings as required
Interpret and implement the RTF program’s philosophy, policies, routines, and procedures, which effect group living and consumer transition in a manner consistent with their intent.
Assist new residents in the transition and acclimation to group living
Support residents during activities within the community and on campus, including leisure/wellness/ recreation activities
Communicate problems or potential problems to the Transition Manager
Attend Pre-placement meetings, Diagnostic Conference meetings, Comprehensive Treatment Plan Reviews and Discharge/ Aftercare Meetings as requested by Transition manager
Attend in-service training sessions, conferences, and/or workshops as required by the position and/or authorized by the Transition Manager and/or Program Director
Participate in Monthly supervision with Transition Manager to support the development of Youth Peer Advocates
Attend monthly Youth Peer Advocate Team meetings and site visits designated to unify Youth Peer Advocates
Works with the Enhanced Treatment Team in accessing community resources and supports for youth
Provide youth with face to face and telephone support, information and communicate need for referrals to Enhanced Treatment Team as needed
Develop and facilitate youth advisory councils for youth on campus
Facilitate youth support groups, providing a safe non‑judgmental, youth‑friendly and culturally competent environment
Maintain confidentiality of information in records of youth in program and; follow and abide by all HIPAA laws and regulations
Peer Bridger ‑ assist RTF youth with transitioning to community or lower levels of care
Attend meetings and conferences when assigned representing the youth voice in Meetings
Provide support and advocacy to recovering RTF youth to stay in their homes and communities, with the goal of avoiding further hospitalization or institutionalized care.
Be able to use lived experience with a mental illness and/or co‑occurring disorder to assist in supporting youth in their resiliency/recovery and wellness
Maintains appropriate boundaries with youth served
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
18-28 years of age who has had first-hand experience with mental health services, special education services, or foster care
Have a high school diploma, high school equivalency, or NYS State Education Commencement Credential (e.g. SACC or CDOS)
New York State Youth Peer Advocate Credential (YPA)
Good verbal and written communication skills
A Youth Peer Advocate should be in the recovery phase of their own treatment, and demonstrate the ability to reflect thoughtfully about their diagnosis, experiences, and personal history
Have a basic knowledge of support techniques, advocacy, active listening methods, and group facilitation, or be willing to attend related trainings
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the
Know Your Rights
notice from the Department of Labor.
#J-18808-Ljbffr