Family Peer Advocate - Full Time - Flexible

JOB TITLE: Family Peer Advocate

CLASSIFICATION: Full 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.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education, Training & Experience:
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 navigating community resources

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Valid New York State driver’s license that meets the Agency’s driving policy

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 

SALARY:

$16 per hour starting rate