Youth Peer Advocate

BHcare Inc. • Ansonia, CT

18d • $17 - $23

About The Position

BHcare is looking for an enthusiastic Youth Peer Advocate to play a key leadership role in empowering young voices within our coalition. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to help shape youth-led strategies, campaigns, and partnerships that make a real difference in our community.

Requirements

• A youth aged 16-24 and a resident of the community that they will be representing (Ansonia, Derby or East Haven).
• Strong interest in substance use prevention.
• Excellent communication skills
• Must display interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse populations including but not limited to youth, schools, law enforcement and community leaders.
• Passion for youth empowerment and community engagement.
• Ability to collaborate and respect diverse opinions and beliefs.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to participate in training and represent the coalition in various settings.

Responsibilities

• Co-chair with the coalition leader and coordinate youth-related activities.
• Increase youth membership and engagement in the coalition.
• Create and support youth-led strategies and campaigns.
• Build partnerships with schools and community youth groups.
• Provide opportunities for youth to actively participate in the Strategic Prevention Framework.
• Represent the coalition on the Governor’s Prevention Partnership Youth Advisory Board.
• Attend monthly coalition meetings and grant-required trainings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed