Peer Mentor
Company: FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER
Location: Oakland
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Who is Fred Finch? Fred Finch Staff Testimonials - YouTube Since
1859, Fred Finch has been committed to making a difference in the
lives of children, young adults, and families within the community.
At Fred Finch, values are not just what we say, but what we do. You
can see it in every program. Our staff provides unconditional care,
support and opportunity to children, youth, young adults, and their
families who face complex challenges from one or more of the
following: mental or emotional impairment; developmental
disability; trauma and abuse, some at a very young age; alcohol or
other drug use; poverty; exclusion; discrimination and stigma. Peer
Mentor Making an Impact The Youth Partner/Peer Mentor is a primary
agent for direct care and engagement of, youth, young adults and/or
families in a community, home, or school setting. The primary role
is to provide hope, one-on-one support, and mentorship to
participants by sharing experience with recovery/resilience and
expertise in navigating systems and programs (e.g., Regional
Center, Children & Family Services, Special Education Systems,
Juvenile Justice Systems, Behavioral Health Care Services, or
Residential Centers). Along with the rest of the team, the Youth
Partner/Peer Mentor is active in supporting and implementing
recovery/resilience/wraparound philosophy and its individualized,
strengths-based, culturally competent, family-centered approach.
The Youth Partner works collaboratively with other program staff
and the assigned Team to provide the best therapeutic care
possible. The position is also responsible for documenting patterns
of behavior and incidents and participating in training and
supervisory meetings as needed. Shifts Available Full Time;
Mon-Fri/8am-5pm Wage range $18.84 - 24.61 (DOE) - Starting pay is
commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum
requirements. What You Bring To The Table (Key Qualifications -see
Job Description for more details) Experience as a consumer of
services: social services, mental health, residential treatment or
group home placements, foster care services, wraparound services,
community resources and educational services for youth with special
needs. Prior youth advocacy experience desirable. Demonstrated
ability to utilize de-escalation techniques that align with the
trauma informed care model as part of intervention strategy for
working with participants in crisis who are responding to
triggers/stressors and/or demonstrating early indicators of
distress. Demonstrated cultural responsiveness in working with
diverse families and Basic computer and keyboarding competence with
the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and/or competency with
electronic clinical documentation Clean driving record; current CA
Driver's License or ability to obtain within 10 days after hire.
Must have access to dependable transportation and personal car
insurance, meeting minimum liability coverage required for position
if driving for work or transporting participants. What's In It for
You* Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 21 days in your
first year Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly
staff (6% for PM Shift, 8% for Overnight Shift) Free CEUs, free
Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
Tuition Assistance and Company Scholarships (up to $10k) Student
Loan Forgiveness Qualification Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance,
401K (pro-rated for part-time, no coverage for on call) Join Our
Compassionate Team Fred Finch Youth & Family Services?mission is to
provide innovative, effective services supporting children, youth,
young adults, and families to heal from trauma and lead healthier,
productive lives. individuals in recovering their health, hopes,
and dreams. Fred Finch continues to advance cultural diversity,
humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization
by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all
belief systems. Fred Finch Youth Center Reviews - Fred Finch Youth
Center Jobs - Company review from employees *****Click here_ for
complete job description*****
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