Family Peer Support Advocate – Part-time
Full Time
Olean, NY 14760
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Job description
JOB TITLE: Family Peer Advocate
CLASSIFICATION: Part Time, Non-Exempt
PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Family Support Services
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Supervisor of Family Peer Support
POSITION SUMMARY: Assist Caregivers of children with Mental Health concerns to develop skills in the area of coping and advocacy, in the home and in the community, in order to foster family cohesion and build natural support systems.
POSITION SUMMARY: Assist Caregivers of children with Mental Health concerns to develop skills in the area of coping and advocacy, in the home and in the community, in order to foster family cohesion and build natural support systems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent
High School Diploma or equivalent
Be the parent or primary caregiver with direct responsibility and 'lived experience' caring for a child with emotional or behavioral issues
Begin the level one Family Peer Advocate training and application process to become a provisionally certified family peer advocate
Meet NYS Office of Mental Health’s Family Peer Advocate credential within 18 months of employment
Preferred
Education, Training & Experience:
Certified or Provisionally Certified Family Peer Advocate
Experience working with parents and families of children with special needs
Experience working with parents and families of children with special needs
Experience navigating community resources
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy
Ability to work independently in the community
Ability to work independently in the community
Ability to work flexible hours and travel throughout Cattaraugus, Chautauqua and Allegany Counties
Demonstrate patience, understanding, sensitivity and respect to children and families including regarding cultural/value/lifestyle differences
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and effective communication
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An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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