Youth Support Partner at Human Services Administration Organization

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people Do you have life experience that helps you connect with others Are you goal-oriented and want a job that supports your learning and growth Do you prefer working in a supportive team environment If this sounds like you then look no further!The Joint Planning Team (JPT)* Youth Support Partner (YSP) is a full-time peer support position hat works as part of team which includes a Facilitator and Family Support Partner (FSP). As a peer support you will use your own life experiences to help guide youth through a process to achieve their goals pursue healthy life choices handle adversity navigate peer pressure connect with resources develop natural supports build community involvement use their voice be accountable for their future and help them to reach their family vision.Your job will be to provide support to youth in the JPT program by engaging them prepping for meetings supporting them during meetings and assisting with completing their action steps from their individualized plan. As a JPT YSP you will have the opportunity to learn skills and earn a credential which will build your knowledge resume and grow as a professional in the social work field. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintain monthly contact with 15-25 youthEstablish respectful relationships with youth and familyAttend regular Team Planning Meetings Gather information from youth and their natural supports needed to complete program documents Write and submit case notes on time Participate in Professional Development Plans Support and encourage youth to increase healthy relationships with natural supportsWork collaboratively with other personnel and/or service providersIdentify and link youth to community resourcesActively participate in at least 3 hours of group or individual coaching/supervision per weekAdhere to HIPAA confidentiality standards Act as agency representative in activities involving youth voice and inputOther duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESAbility to communicate effectively with othersSet and meet personal and professional goalsAbility to connect with youth between ages of 10-20Set and maintain healthy boundaries Good time management skills for attendance and deadlinesGood organizational skillsAbility to demonstrate cultural sensitivity and competenceCapability to learn new skillsBasic reading writing typing skillsESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSAble to obtain Act 33 Act 34 and FBI clearances.Full-time position requiring 40 hours per week.Effectively share part of your own story to empower youth Have successfully navigated child-serving systems (mental health child welfare probation special education etc.)Valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle to attend meetings and home visits. Local travel is required.Some evening availability required to meet the needs of youthAbility to work independently as well as part of a team.Obtain YSP credential within 18 months of hireAbility to utilize computers and office equipment to complete daily work responsibilitiesEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCERequired:High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum of 1 year of work experiencePersonal life experience utilizing behavioral/mental health services Ability to positively and appropriately self-disclose regarding system experience Concluded involvement with HSAO child welfare and/or juvenile justice at least 1 year before start datePreferred: Some Completed College CreditsPersonal life experience with one or more of the child-serving systems: juvenile justice child welfare drug & alcohol special education etc.BENEFITSMedical / Dental / Vision Benefits10 Paid Holidays18 days of Paid Time Off to start with increase coinciding with years of service to agencyLow-cost Short / Long Term Disability and Life Insurance PolicyRetirement plan with company match and profit sharingMileage and Expense Reimbursement*HSAOs Joint Planning Team (JPT) program is the High-Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) process implemented in Allegheny County. JPT follows an empirically based model incorporating the Theory of Change to empower the most high-risk youth and families in Allegheny County by building a cohesive team of professionals and natural supports. This team uses monthly meetings to design a personalized plan for families to reach their vision for a better future. Required Experience:Junior IC Key Skills Internship,Data Warehousing,Adobe Flash,Database Administration,Logistics Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 18 - 19