Peer Support Partner
About The Position
For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families. As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, Youth Villages serves more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Their proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting employees by offering opportunities for professional growth, personal development, and a mission to help children and families live successfully. The Part-Time Peer Support Partner works as part of a collaborative team to support families who are enrolled in the Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Treatment (IIBHT) program.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Lived experience as a behavioral health services consumer
- Must have or be eligible for Peer Support Specialist credentialing
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Basic computer knowledge
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
- Possess a current, valid driver’s license
- Possess an automobile for work purposes
- Proof of auto insurance
Responsibilities
- Carries caseload of approximately 10 families
- Works as part of a collaborative team to support families who are enrolled in the Intensive In-Home Behavioral Health Treatment (IIBHT) program
- Meets with each family within one week of intake into the program to identify areas where support will be necessary during the youth’s treatment
- Provides phone and email support throughout the week
- Schedules and meets with youth/family at least once per week at a convenient location in the community
- Structures sessions based on youth’s needs and identified goals (including but not limited to: leveraging strengths, normalizing help-seeking behavior, de-stigmatizing mental health challenges, increasing the youth’s capacity for self-advocacy and self-efficacy, and increasing supports across all life domains)
- Maintains high communication with teammates and consults with the clinical team when there are clinical needs or high-risk safety concerns and assists in providing unified support to the family
- Discharges youth once program outcomes have been achieved
- Attends 3 weekly meetings (individual, team, and clinical consultation) for professional development and quarterly booster trainings to enhance clinical skills
- Drives up to 60 to 80 miles to meet with families in their homes and communities (additional travel may be required)
- Completes accurate and timely documentation in an electronic medical record system (EMR)
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
- 401(k)
- Time off: 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)
- 12 paid sick days per year
- 11 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
- Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
- Growth & development through continuous training
- Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
