OBJECTIVE AND POSITION SUMMARY. A Youth Peer Support Specialist (YP-SS) has lived experience as a youth aged 24 years and younger that is in recovery or treatment for an emotional, social, behavioral, and/or substance use disability. A YP-SS works with youth participants individually and in a group setting to promote positive physical, social, and emotional health and safety. May help individuals deal with issues associated with addictions and s...
Selected candidate will provide support to youth or primary caregivers of youth with emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health challenges. The focus is to provide support to youth/caregivers in achieving their identified goals. Position will deliver support activities that build on the strengths and resiliency traits of youth/primary caregivers. Individual will collaborate with agency staff internally and representatives from community-based or...
Join our Team as a Youth Peer Support Specialist. Are you passionate about helping your peers overcome their mental health and life challenges. Do you have firsthand experience with mental health, addiction/recovery, incarceration/juvenile justice, Oregon Youth Authority, foster care, education, or LGBTQ communities. If so, we want YOU to join our team at Youth Era as a Youth Peer Support Specialist. Youth Era values diversity and strives to expa...
Description. Our Certified Youth Peer Support Specialists deliver services to clients at home and in the community. This service supports adults who struggle with a severe and persistent mental illness, or emotional disturbance in order to promote hope, wellness, and recovery outcomes by sharing lived-experience and knowledge to help encourage recovery and resiliency. This position will start as Part-Time with the potential to move up to Full-Tim...
Job Details. Job Location. Flory Center C - Lees Summit, MO. Position Type. Full Time. Education Level. High School or GED. Job Shift. 1st Shift. ReDiscover is seeking a. Youth Peer Support Specialist. to add to our. Children Community Services Program. WHO WE ARE. ReDiscover has been known for over 50 years as a non-profit community mental health center in southeastern Jackson County, Missouri with a mission of delivering efficient and cost-effe...
The Youth Support Specialist is someone who understands youth or young adults and can be viewed as invaluable in supporting the recovery process and achieving positive outcomes. Because a Youth Partner has experienced similar challenges in their lives (lived experience), they can often engage and communicate with youth at levels parents and/or professionals cannot. They understand the lifestyles and culture of this population and how it feels to ...
Adam Bishop Center (ABC). Published. November 13, 2024. Location. 1105 7th Ave., Jasper, AL 35501. Category. Children's Services. Job Type. Full-time Part-time. Posistion Level. Entry. County. Walker. DESCRIPTION. Job duties include working with young teens and adults enrolled in our organization's clinical services. Will work closely with the individual's clinical team leader to implement the treatment process with the young person and their fam...
MISSION IMPACT: All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering withindividuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. Provides a wide range of supports,services, and advocacy that contribute to individuals/families affected by mental health and/or substanceuse disorders to engage in treatment and pursue recovery goals.Assists youth in accessing needed resources, addressing barriers related to mental health an...
MISSION IMPACT: All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering withindividuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope. Provides a wide range of supports,services, and advocacy that contribute to individuals/families affected by mental health and/or substanceuse disorders to engage in treatment and pursue recovery goals.Assists youth in accessing needed resources, addressing barriers related to mental health an...
The Youth Support Specialist is someone who understands youth or young adults and can be viewed as invaluable in supporting the recovery process and achieving positive outcomes. Because a Youth Partner has experienced similar challenges in their lives (lived experience), they can often engage and communicate with youth at levels parents and/or professionals cannot. They understand the lifestyles and culture of this population and how it feels to ...
Work where you matter. Play a critical role in helping others as part of the Prevention, Know the Truth Program. The role of the Know the Truth, Youth Peer Support Specialist is to enhance the overall credibility of the Know the Truth Prevention Program by. facilitating Youth Peer Recovery Support Groups, classroom presentations, and supporting strategies to bring up to date education, resources and support to students and families. Key Responsib...
Hours per Week. 25-40. Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of youth. We are seeking a dedicated and empathetic. Youth Peer Support Specialist. in Kentucky to provide support and guidance to young individuals navigating mental health and/or substance use challenges. Use your lived experiences to inspire hope, resilience, and recovery while fostering empowerment and life skills. Primary Responsibilities. Provide direct, individualized s...
