Recovery Youth Leader

Vinfen • Quincy, MA

1d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Youth Leader helps address the needs and goals of the Transitional Age Youth (TAY) population and will participate in TAY seminars, training, or events. The Recovery Youth Leader will facilitate events and programs of the SERLC that will foster a warm and welcoming environment. TAY will communicate, represent, and promote the Youth Peer movement within the SERLC and facilitate Peer-run groups.

Requirements

• Personal, first-hand experience (not just having a friend or family member) being a recipient of the mental health system, which encompasses experiences such as psychiatric inpatient hospitalization, outpatient services/therapy, experience with psychiatric medications, and/or participating in mental health groups in the community. While a formal mental health diagnosis is not required, involvement with mental health services must be related to experience with mental health, emotional health and/or trauma resulting in significant life disruption.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Driving is a requirement for this position using either a Vinfen van or a personal vehicle.
• If using a personal vehicle, you must possess and maintain adequate insurance as well as maintain a safe driving record which is subject to annual checks.
• A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of employment.
• Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver's license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver's screening background check.
• CPR required within the first two weeks of hire.
• First Aid required within two weeks of hire.
• CPSS required

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual/bicultural applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic training.
• Certification as Peer Specialist (CPS) in state of service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shares personal experiences; provide support, education and advocacy to SERLC participants, especially as it pertains to Transitional Age Youth.
• Facilitates groups and activities in the community.
• Helps prepare participants to engage in a recovery process and to communicate their strengths, hopes, dreams and goals effectively.
• Provides assistance in the development of reports and collection of data, especially as it pertains to Transitional Age Youth.
• Attends and participates in social events, trainings, and workshops within the mental health and addiction system, especially as it pertains to Transitional Age Youth.
• Helps to facilitate events and training sessions within the SERLC, especially as it pertains to Transitional Age Youth.
• Actively publicizes logistics of group meeting times and locations.
• Engages participants in non-directive and supportive relationships that promote empowerment and self-learning.
• Maintains knowledge of current available resources and information through department communications, published literature, and other available sources. Assists in maintaining resource library stocked and up to date.
• Creates a welcoming and helpful RLC environment in which participants, family, friends, and others important in the lives of participants are welcomed, respected, and valued.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED