Family Peer Advocate- Residential Treatment Program

The Family Peer Advocate serves as a bridge between families and the residential treatment program, providing support, education, and advocacy to families whose children are receiving care in a residential setting.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Lived experience as a parent or caregiver of a child with emotional or behavioral health challenges
• Credentialed as a Family Peer Advocate (or willingness to obtain credentialing)
• Minimum of two years of experience working in mental health, social services, or related field
• Strong knowledge of community resources and mental health systems in New York State
• Excellent communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and other data systems preferred
• Valid New York State driver’s license and reliable transportation

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Days
• Paid Jury Duty
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Medical, Two Plan Options
• Dental, Two Plan Options
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program and Incentives
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Quarterly Employer-Contributions
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• 403(b) Right Away and Employer-Contributions After Two Years