Youth Support Partner - High Fidelity Wraparound

Job Posting: Youth Support Partner

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Youth Partner to support children, adolescents, and transition-age youth through mentorship and peer support. The ideal candidate will bring lived experience and a passion for guiding youth through mental health or substance use challenges.

Minimum Requirements:

• Lived Experience: Personal experience with mental health or substance use challenges as an adolescent (under age 21).
• System Navigation Experience: Familiarity with navigating child and family-serving systems (e.g., mental health, education, child welfare, juvenile justice).

• Education & Experience: MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS
• 1. Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited university and one year of experience working with the target population; OR
• 2. Associate degree in a human services field from an accredited school and one year of experience working with children/adolescents/transition-age youth; OR
• 3. High school diploma or GED and a minimum of two years of experience working with children/adolescents/transition-age youth.

• Age Requirement: Must be over 21 years of age.
• Peer Support Certification: Certification in Peer Support is strongly preferred.
• Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check that presents no health or safety risks to participants.
• NC Health Care Abuse Registry: Must not be listed in the registry.
• Driver’s License & Insurance: Valid driver’s license, reliable automobile, and proof of auto insurance required.
• High Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) Teams: If part of a HFW Team, the Youth Partner must be certified in Youth Peer Support in High Fidelity HFW or actively working toward certification within one year of hire.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Compassion, empathy, and a commitment to empowering youth and families

Youth Partner – Job Duties

The Youth Partner plays a vital role in empowering young people to achieve their goals, strengthen life skills, and build meaningful connections within their community. Key responsibilities include:

• Relationship Building:
• Foster trust, respect, and collaboration with youth, family members, natural supports, community partners, and key stakeholders.
• Help bridge relationships between the youth and others, including family members, teachers, employers, and friends.
• Youth-Centered Planning:
• Develop a strong understanding of the young person’s desires, goals, interests, and strengths.
• Assist the youth in identifying personal goals and creating an action plan with clear steps to achieve them.
• Navigation & Advocacy:
• Guide the youth in navigating systems across various domains (e.g., education, employment, healthcare) while focusing on personal well-being and community functioning.
• Advocate for the youth’s needs and support their self-advocacy skills.
• Skill Development:
• Promote social responsibility and accountability by teaching problem-solving and decision-making skills essential for managing daily life.
• Enhance social and life skills, helping the youth become competent and confident in areas vital to achieving their goals.
• Support Network Building:
• Assist the youth in developing a strong support system that fosters identity, independence, and long-term success.
• Encourage positive peer relationships and connections with community resources.
• Empowerment & Self-Sufficiency:
• Guide the youth toward greater self-sufficiency, building confidence, resilience, and self-determination.
• Encourage personal growth and the development of skills that support long-term well-being and community engagement.

The Youth Partner serves as a mentor, advocate, and guide, helping young people navigate life’s challenges while building the skills and confidence needed to thrive.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $37,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $37,500