Upstate Caring Partners
Join the
Youth Peer Advocate
team at
Upstate Caring Partners . Pay $19.00–$21.00 per hour.
Job Overview Your role is to empower young people (ages 18–30) with personal experience in social, emotional, medical, developmental, substance use, or behavioral challenges to support their recovery and wellness. You will develop and deliver training, skill‑building, and mentorship for youths aged 14–21, promoting independence, inclusion, and quality of life.
Core Responsibilities
Work with young people (ages 14-21) experiencing challenges in home, school, placement, and community to provide outreach, support, guidance, skill‑building, and mentoring.
Provide transportation for the child as required to carry out service plan goals.
Oversee the safety and well‑being of the child.
Maintain and compile data and documentation to be reviewed by supervisor as required.
Ensure positive and effective communication and cooperation within and between department, division, family, and community personnel.
Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards.
Use a person‑centered approach.
Adhere to all defined role responsibility and ethics as outlined by the respective Certification Board for Peer Specialists or Advocate.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Valid New York State Driver’s License.
Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Attest to the respective Certification Board Code of Ethical Conduct for Peer Specialists or Advocate.
Benefits
Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
Direct Deposit
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Plan 403(b)
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
Tuition Reimbursement
Service Awards
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Discounts
Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct‑care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, this is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Visit our careers website to access the full job description.
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Youth Peer Advocate
team at
Upstate Caring Partners . Pay $19.00–$21.00 per hour.
Job Overview Your role is to empower young people (ages 18–30) with personal experience in social, emotional, medical, developmental, substance use, or behavioral challenges to support their recovery and wellness. You will develop and deliver training, skill‑building, and mentorship for youths aged 14–21, promoting independence, inclusion, and quality of life.
Core Responsibilities
Work with young people (ages 14-21) experiencing challenges in home, school, placement, and community to provide outreach, support, guidance, skill‑building, and mentoring.
Provide transportation for the child as required to carry out service plan goals.
Oversee the safety and well‑being of the child.
Maintain and compile data and documentation to be reviewed by supervisor as required.
Ensure positive and effective communication and cooperation within and between department, division, family, and community personnel.
Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and agency regulations and operating standards.
Use a person‑centered approach.
Adhere to all defined role responsibility and ethics as outlined by the respective Certification Board for Peer Specialists or Advocate.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Valid New York State Driver’s License.
Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Attest to the respective Certification Board Code of Ethical Conduct for Peer Specialists or Advocate.
Benefits
Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
Direct Deposit
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Plan 403(b)
Life Insurance
Voluntary Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
Tuition Reimbursement
Service Awards
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Discounts
Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct‑care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, this is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Visit our careers website to access the full job description.
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