Youth Director
Church Staffing, Cheshire, CT, United States
Position Overview
United Services is seeking to hire Youth Peer Advocates. If you are between the ages of 16–24 and live in Northeastern CT and have an interest in youth substance use prevention, advocacy in the community and promoting mental health, we have a great opportunity for you!
Essential Functions The essential functions are to participate and represent the Local Prevention Council (LPC) on the monthly Governor’s Prevention Partnership (GPP) Youth Advisory Board meetings and at least one sub‑committee. Assist the coalition during each step of the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) and participate in coalition meetings. Perform other duties as specified by the Program Coordinator or Supervisor. Interact and engage peers in discussions around substance use. Assist in creating a media campaign for parents and peers.
Schedule 5 hours per week – up to 20 hours per week, flexible schedule
Is between the ages of 16‑24
Has an interest in youth substance use prevention, advocacy in the community, and promoting mental health
Displays effective communication and interpersonal skills with a willingness to talk to peers around substance abuse and misuse and engage in public speaking
Ability to work with community members and diverse populations.
Salary and Benefits
Very generous comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their family
Life, AD & D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance plans – 100% employer paid
Four weeks of paid vacation
12 paid holidays
Paid sick time
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
Professional Development Funds
403B Thrift Plan (tax‑deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage Reimbursement
United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs
*Benefits will be pro‑rated for eligible part‑time positions
All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.
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Essential Functions The essential functions are to participate and represent the Local Prevention Council (LPC) on the monthly Governor’s Prevention Partnership (GPP) Youth Advisory Board meetings and at least one sub‑committee. Assist the coalition during each step of the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) and participate in coalition meetings. Perform other duties as specified by the Program Coordinator or Supervisor. Interact and engage peers in discussions around substance use. Assist in creating a media campaign for parents and peers.
Schedule 5 hours per week – up to 20 hours per week, flexible schedule
Is between the ages of 16‑24
Has an interest in youth substance use prevention, advocacy in the community, and promoting mental health
Displays effective communication and interpersonal skills with a willingness to talk to peers around substance abuse and misuse and engage in public speaking
Ability to work with community members and diverse populations.
Salary and Benefits
Very generous comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their family
Life, AD & D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance plans – 100% employer paid
Four weeks of paid vacation
12 paid holidays
Paid sick time
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
Professional Development Funds
403B Thrift Plan (tax‑deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage Reimbursement
United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs
*Benefits will be pro‑rated for eligible part‑time positions
All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.
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