We have a tremendous opportunity for a Youth Peer Advocate I or II at our Lakewood, NY location.

This is a Full Time position – 40 hours’ week Monday to Friday with a flexible schedule. Afternoon/evenings with some Saturdays.  Work will take place throughout Chautauqua County.

The Youth Peer Advocate will assist youth in achieving their goals and living healthy, self-directed lives.  This position involves connecting with youth while working with a team in order to identify, advocate, and act as a liaison between youth and other professionals and community natural supports.

Responsibilities:

Educating and modeling for youth, how to advocate for their needs. Helping youth identify goals for their plan of care. Assisting youth in engaging in their own planning process and self-advocacy. Creating partnerships with youth and professionals to help meet youth’s needs. Co- facilitating skill-building groups and trainings for youth and staff.

 

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent required Must be at least 18 years old and have: personal life experience in child serving systems (juvenile justice, mental health, child welfare, and/or education and the ability to positively and appropriately self-disclose regarding that experience Prior experience in the Juvenile Justice System is preferred. Should have a valid driver’s license and meet agency driving standards Must provide cover letter indicating personal life experience in a child serving system (juvenile justice, mental health, child welfare, and/or education)

 

Level I:  $15.00 Minimum Rate per hour, $20.23 Maximum Rate per hour, based on experience.
Level II: $15.00 Minimum Rate per hour, $21.85 Maximum Rate per hour, based on experience.
 

 

Hillside is committed to equal opportunities for all, supporting a diverse workforce, creating great opportunities for our Agency, our people, and to those whom we serve.  We offer a competitive benefits package to include very generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account, 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match, paid holidays, and Employee Assistance Plan, just to name a few of the amazing benefits at Hillside!  You’ll be working with great people and great clientele where you can truly make a difference.  Apply online, get on board, and grow you career with us.  You’ll be so glad you did!

EOE/AA Disability/Veteran