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L.A. Family Housing Corporation

$22.29/hr

The Position The Peer Advocate is responsible for providing outreach service within a Street-based Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) serving single adults experiencing homelessness. Primary duties include ...

Upstate Caring Partners

Youth Peer Advocate

Utica, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Pay $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Youth Peer Advocates (YPA) are peers who are in a unique position to draw on their personal experience to engage and inspire hope. The focus of their work is empowering ...

UCP Madison County

Youth Peer Advocate

Utica, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Pay $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Youth Peer Advocates (YPA) are peers who are in a unique position to draw on their personal experience to engage and inspire hope. The focus of their work is empowering ...

Upstate Cerebral Palsy

Youth Peer Advocate

Utica, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Pay $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Youth Peer Advocates (YPA) are peers who are in a unique position to draw on their personal experience to engage and inspire hope. The focus of their work is empowering ...

Upstate Cerebral Palsy

Youth Peer Advocate

Utica, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Pay $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Youth Peer Advocates (YPA) are peers who are in a unique position to draw on their personal experience to engage and inspire hope. The focus of their work is empowering ...

SCO Family of Services

YOUTH PEER ADVOCATE

Dix Hills, NY · On-site

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

SACC or CDOS) New York State Youth Peer Advocate Credential (YPA) Good verbal and written communication skills A Youth Peer Advocate should be in the recovery phase of their own treatment, and ...

olvhs

Family Peer Advocate

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

The Family Peer Advocate provides support to families while their child is enrolled in OMH programs (ITP and RTF) at OLV Human Services. The Family Peer Advocate serves as a link for families to ...

Upstate Caring Partners

Youth Peer Advocate

Utica, NY · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Pay $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Youth Peer Advocates (YPA) are peers who are in a unique position to draw on their personal experience to engage and inspire hope. The focus of their work is empowering ...

OLV Human Services

Family Peer Advocate

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$20 - $27/hr

The Family Peer Advocate provides support to families while their child is enrolled in OMH programs (ITP and RTF) at OLV Human Services. The Family Peer Advocate serves as a link for families to ...

FLACRA

Peer Advocate COTI

Penn Yan, NY · On-site

$250/hr

The COTI Recovery Peer Advocate is an active member in the FLACRA COTI department and provides peer support services to clients with substance use disorders. Under the supervision of the Program ...

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What is a peer advocate?

Peer advocates are individuals who use their own lived experiences to support, guide, and empower others facing similar challenges. They often work in settings such as mental health, addiction recovery, disability services, or educational environments. Peer advocates provide emotional support, help clients navigate services, and offer practical advice based on their personal journeys. Their goal is to foster hope, build trust, and promote self-advocacy among those they assist.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a peer advocate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Peer Advocate, you need lived experience relevant to the community served, active listening skills, and a foundational understanding of support resources. Familiarity with client management systems, documentation tools, and sometimes certification as a Peer Specialist are typically required. Strong communication, empathy, and boundary-setting abilities help build trust and effectively support clients. These skills ensure Peer Advocates can connect authentically, empower individuals, and facilitate access to needed services.

How does a peer advocate typically collaborate with other professionals and support services in a community setting?

Peer Advocates often work closely with case managers, social workers, and healthcare providers to ensure that clients receive comprehensive support. They act as a bridge between individuals seeking assistance and the broader network of services available, such as housing, mental health, and employment resources. Regular collaboration may involve attending team meetings, sharing insights from lived experience, and helping clients navigate complex systems. This teamwork not only enhances client outcomes but also provides Peer Advocates with valuable opportunities to learn from other professionals in the field.

What is the difference between Peer Advocate vs Peer Support Specialist?

AspectPeer AdvocatePeer Support Specialist
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; peer certification often preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; peer support certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity organizations, healthcare settings, schoolsHealthcare facilities, mental health clinics, community programs
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, mental health agencies, addiction servicesHealthcare providers, mental health agencies, hospitals
Common Search & ComparisonPeer AdvocatePeer Support Specialist

Both roles involve supporting individuals through shared experiences, but Peer Advocates often focus on advocacy and connecting clients to resources, while Peer Support Specialists typically provide direct emotional support and facilitate recovery groups. The roles overlap in credentials and work environments, but their primary functions differ slightly based on employer needs.

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YOUTH PEER ADVOCATE

Riverhead, NY • On-site

Family Service League Inc.
501 - 1,000 employees
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$22 - $23/hr

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Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.


SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday

Flexible schedule

SUMMARY

Family Service League is seeking a part-time Youth Peer Advocate for the Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) program. The Youth Peer Advocate will deliver services to youth enrolled in our High-Fidelity Wrap program for up to 15 hours weekly. The Youth Peer Advocate will work with youth ages 5-21 who are experiencing social, emotional, medical, developmental, substance use and/or behavioral challenges in their home, school, placement and/or community. Travel is required.


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • The Youth Peer Advocate will meet with clients weekly in their home and community.
  • Develop skills towards goals identified that are focused primarily on activities that involve helping the youth in the areas of skill building, coaching, engagement, bridging and transition support, self-advocacy, self-efficacy and empowerment, and community connections and natural supports.
  • The Youth Peer Advocate will attend monthly child and family team meetings.  
  • Work closely with the High-Fidelity Wrap Care Manager and Family Peer Advocate.  
  • Document in an EHR and conduct regular communication.
  • The Youth Peer Advocate will develop treatment plan goals.
  • Transport youth as needed.
  • Work as a team with other CFTSS and care management staff.
  • Participate in monthly staff and team meetings (in person or via phone).
  • All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Must be an individual 21 to 29 years old who has self-identified as a person who has first-hand experience with mental health or behavioral challenges, or co-occurring disorders.

Youth Peer Advocate credential required.

Must be able to use a “lived experience” with a disability, mental health condition, involvement in juvenile justice system, special education, substance use disorder and/or foster care to assist in supporting youth in their resiliency, recovery, and wellness.

Prior experience working with children required; children with special needs preferred.

Excellent interpersonal, engagement and verbal and written communication skills required.

Ability to be creative and present ideas and skills in a variety of ways required.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License required. Must own a reliable car that is properly insured, registered, and maintained to drive from worksite to worksite.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires sitting for long periods of time and travelling to different client homes, community settings and other FSL offices.


Program: CFTSS

Total Hours: 19

Hiring Manager: Jillian Ragonese