Family Peer Advocate
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JOB TITLE: Family Peer Advocate*CLASSIFICATION: * Full Time, Non-ExemptPROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: Family Support ServicesIMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Supervisor of Family Peer SupportPOSITION 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 equivalentBe the parent or primary caregiver with direct responsibility and 'lived experience' caring for a child with emotional or behavioral issuesBegin the level one Family Peer Advocate training and application process to become a provisionally certified family peer advocateMeet NYS Office of Mental Health's Family Peer Advocate credential within 18 months of employmentPreferred * Education, Training & Experience:*Certified or Provisionally Certified Family Peer Advocate Experience working with parents and families of children with special needsExperience navigating community resourcesESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Valid New York State driver's license that meets the Agency's driving policyAbility to work flexible hours and travel throughout Cattaraugus, Chautauqua and Allegany CountiesDemonstrate patience, understanding, sensitivity and respect to children and families including regarding cultural/value/lifestyle differencesAbility to maintain professional boundaries and effective communicationSALARY:$16 per hour starting rate