Catholic Charities of Broome County
Family Peer Advocate
Catholic Charities of Broome County, Binghamton, New York, United States
Salary $18/hr. FLSA (Non-Exempt)
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF BROOME COUNTY
Family Peer Advocate – Level 2 – per diem
I. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED
Lived experience as a parent or primary caregiver of a child with special needs
Skills:
Ability to advocate for self and others
Ability to communicate clearly, including active listening
Knowledge of recovery approaches
The ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing 40 lbs.
Ability to legally operate a vehicle in NY State
II. RESPONSIBLE TO: Supervisor
III. MAJOR FUNCTIONS:
Complete credentialing requirements and participate in on‑going continuing education
Provide peer‑to‑peer support
Share common experiences
Participate in care planning
Provide transportation
Facilitate community orientation/integration
Actively participate in scheduled supervision
Facitate support groups
Assist others in recovery based on individual need and cultural considerations
Participate in all required training
Represent the Agency and program in the community and with other service providers
Regular and substantial contact with individuals receiving support
Perform other related tasks as directed by supervisor
In compliance with all applicable government laws, rules, regulations and standards and all Catholic Charities Policies and Procedures the duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the above.
Catholic Charities of Broome County is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in the workplace and respect the dignity of each individual. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Family Peer Advocate – Level 2 – per diem
I. QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or GED
Lived experience as a parent or primary caregiver of a child with special needs
Skills:
Ability to advocate for self and others
Ability to communicate clearly, including active listening
Knowledge of recovery approaches
The ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing 40 lbs.
Ability to legally operate a vehicle in NY State
II. RESPONSIBLE TO: Supervisor
III. MAJOR FUNCTIONS:
Complete credentialing requirements and participate in on‑going continuing education
Provide peer‑to‑peer support
Share common experiences
Participate in care planning
Provide transportation
Facilitate community orientation/integration
Actively participate in scheduled supervision
Facitate support groups
Assist others in recovery based on individual need and cultural considerations
Participate in all required training
Represent the Agency and program in the community and with other service providers
Regular and substantial contact with individuals receiving support
Perform other related tasks as directed by supervisor
In compliance with all applicable government laws, rules, regulations and standards and all Catholic Charities Policies and Procedures the duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the above.
Catholic Charities of Broome County is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in the workplace and respect the dignity of each individual. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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