Youth Support Coordinator

We are seeking experience with child and youth mental health including developing youth oriented programs and within youth based organizations. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage competing demands, while working independently or as a team member. Ability to work some weekends and evenings. Strong organizational skills; detail oriented. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Product Suite. Be approachable and knowledgeable of youth organization development and implementation of programs and public agencies. Positive attitude that communicates hope that is recovery/resiliency oriented.

This position plays a key role in efforts to enhance support and resources for Youth and Young Adults, with a focus on leadership development. This role participates in all levels of the system of care and is responsible for promoting continuous quality improvement of all youth supported initiatives and positions. This role also raises awareness of the importance of valuing youth and young adult voices and choices.

• Coordinates with local/regional leadership, peer- and family- run organizations and provider agencies to expand the use of youth and young adult (Y/YA) peer specialists, achieve youth-guided care, and increase leadership development opportunities for Y/YA.
• Conducts member, provider, and stakeholder trainings and presentations on Y/YA and acts as a liaison with community-based organizations regarding Y/YA training, events, and implementation initiatives.
• Acts as an advocate by identifying and addressing gaps in services and supports for transition age youth in partnership with Magellan and local/regional leadership.
• Leads the MY Life program in partnership with National, State, and Regional MY LIFE management.
• Implements, leads, and manages projects. Develops work plans, reports, outcomes, and evaluations.
• Identifies and communicates with Y/YA partners and Y/YA leaders across the system of care and in the community.
• Coordinates recruitment of youth representatives for various levels of youth representation in partnership with stakeholders.
• Represents Magellan on boards in the service system and participates in youth/young adult related activities and meetings.
• Facilitates Y/YA developing leadership skills through 1:1 work with members.
• When needed, provides peer support to Y/YA members experiencing mental health challenges.
• Strategically shares their lived experience to inspire hope empowerment, and positive action.
• Implements, coordinates, and monitors strategies for members and families to improve health and quality of life outcomes.
• Strategically shares their lived experience to inspire hope and positive action.
• Educates providers, supporting staff, members, and families on resiliency and recovery principles, strategies, and tools.
• Documents all interactions according to company standards.
• Maintains professional responsibility to maximize supervision, respond appropriately to personal stressors that impact ability to perform job duties, and recognize crisis situations or risks to the member’s.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Job Requirements

Responsibilities

2 years experience with mental health/substance use, recovery, or peer support specialist.
Must be a self-identified person in recovery who is a current or former user of child/youth/young adult mental health services and can relate to others who are now using those services.
CPRS/CPS/CPSS/CRPS/PRSS, Peer Specialist certification as required by state.
Must have a Peer Specialist certification, and be able to obtain with one year of hire the National Peer Support Credential (NCPS/NCPRSS).
Experience within Y/YA based organizations and developing youth-oriented programs.
Must have a vehicle in good, working condition with the ability to travel within the field regularly.
Ability to work some weekends and evenings.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Product Suite.
Knowledge of local behavioral health and community systems, wellness strategies, resiliency and recovery principles, practices, and tools, such as Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), youth organizational development and implementation of programs, wraparound process, and community-based peer, family and parent support organizations and services.
Ability to make decisions that require significant analysis of solutions, and quick, original, and independent thinking.
Ability to determine appropriate courses of action in complex situations that may not be addressed by existing policies or protocols.
Ability to represent strengths and needs of members in clinical settings.
Ability to summarize and document findings and maintain complete and accurate records.
Must be able to work effectively, independently and in a team, and prioritize in a fast-paced environment to meet the demands of the organization.

General Job Information

Title

Youth Support Coordinator

Grade

19

Work Experience - Required

Lived Experience With Mental Health/Substance Use Recovery, Peer Specialist

Work Experience - Preferred

Education - Required

Education - Preferred

Associate

License and Certifications - Required

DL - Driver License, Valid In State - Other

License and Certifications - Preferred

CPRS/CPS/CPSS/CRPS/PRSS, Peer Specialist, State Requirements - Care Mgmt, NCPS - National Certified Peer Specialist - Care Mgmt

Salary Range

Salary Minimum:

$37,725

Salary Maximum:

$56,595

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.