Youth Peer Advocate (24888)
Northern Rivers Family of Services·City of Albany, New York
Northern Rivers Family of Services·City of Albany, New York
Provide support for youth transitioning from hospital settings back to their community using personal lived experience. Collaborate with families, schools, and providers to promote successful reintegration and long-term stability.
Assist youth in advocating for service needs and benefits Assist youth in unmet needs Advocate by being the voice for the youth and represent the youth in meetings related to and about the youth Empower youth by sharing your own lived experience Advocate, especially in the absence of the youth, for youth and keep in mind the youth when plans are being discussed or established Engage the youth through outreach and support Empower youth through education Promote wellness through modeling and coaching Provide mutual support, hope, and reassurance which includes your own personal recovery story as the you deem appropriate and beneficial and share your recovery with the parents/caregivers as a means to engage them Connect the youth to community resources and services. Accompany youth to appointments and meetings Support youth to develop networks of support Help youth develop self-advocacy skills Maintain all documentation and tracking promptly Attend regular supervision, staff meetings, and other meetings Follow the team philosophy/approach in working with youth, families, and staff Follow agency Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct Requirements and Education: A High School Diploma or GED required A valid NYS Driver's License required Certification as a NY State Peer Specialist/Peer Advocate required Benefits Health care package: medical, dental, and vision Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Holiday Pay 401 (K) plan Life Insurance Loan repayment assistance Free training/CEU opportunities About Northern Rivers At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work. Qualifications
Requires a high school diploma and lived experience receiving mental health services as a youth. Candidates must be between 18-30 years old and possess a valid NYS driver's license.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.
