Peer Support Partner (Part-Time)

Youth Villages • Tillamook, OR

94d • $30

About The Position

Youth Villages has been a national leader in the adoption and implementation of research-based treatment philosophies in the field of children's mental and behavioral health. Our commitment to helping troubled children and their families find success spans 30+ years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Must possess Peer Support Specialist certification or complete an AMH approved Peer Support Specialist training program and become certified within six (6) months.
• Must have a vehicle for personal transportation to/from sessions in the community and a valid driver’s license in the state where assigned with required auto insurance in the coverage amounts of 100/300/100.
• Has experience as a current or former behavioral health services consumer.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized support to youth enrolled in the Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Treatment (IIBHT) program.
• Meet with youth to build personal relationships, support healthy social involvement with others, assist with planning and problem-solving, and model a healthy lifestyle.
• Utilize direct experience with receiving behavioral health services to support youth and reduce the impact of a behavioral health disorder.
• Work as part of a collaborative team that includes family support partner and clinical staff.
• Meet with family within one week of intake to introduce peer support role and identify ways to provide support.
• Provide phone and email support along with in-person meetings for youth, occurring once weekly.
• Schedule sessions and meet with youth at a convenient location for the youth and family.
• Structure sessions based on youth’s needs and identified goals, leveraging strengths and normalizing help-seeking behavior.
• Maintain a flexible schedule that accommodates youth and families, often working non-traditional hours.
• Coordinate with the assigned clinical specialist on needs, barriers, and progress.
• Consult with the specialist when any clinical needs or high-risk safety needs are identified.
• Discharge youth from Peer Support once program outcomes have been achieved.
• Complete documentation as required within the Youth Villages Electronic Health Record.
• Attend weekly team meetings and ongoing training as assigned.

Benefits

• $30.16 / hour

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED