Youth Peer Advocate-Partnerships for Success

Candidate must be between the ages of 16-24 and must be a resident of Thomaston, CT

Part-time-8 hours weekly/non-exempt

$18.00/hour with Flexible schedule

JOB SUMMARY

The Youth Peer Advocate position will function as a member of the Prevention Department at the McCall Behavioral Health Network. The peer advocate will be a key member of the Partnerships for Success 2023 underage drinking prevention initiative within the town of Thomaston. The position is paid at a rate of $18 an hour with an allotment of 8 hours per week. Days and hours are flexible. The Youth Advocate will report to the Director of Prevention Services and PFS Coordinator.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALITIFCATIONS:

• · Resident of Thomaston, CT.
• · Between the ages of 16 and 24
• · Strong interest in substance abuse prevention.
• · Excellent communication skills.
• · Must display interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse populations, including but not limited to youth, schools, law enforcement and community leaders.

Benefits Offered

• Paid Sick time
• EAP-Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) with employer match
• Gym membership reimbursement

Agency Overview

For over 40 years, the McCall Behavioral Health Network has been serving the residents of Connecticut on a beautiful historic campus in Litchfield County with offices in Torrington, Waterbury, and Danbury, CT. We are a private, non-profit, CARF accredited DMHAS-monitored and DPH-licensed mental health and substance-use disorder treatment provider whose primary mission is to provide integrated residential and outpatient services to those who suffer from these disorders—so they might lead healthier and more productive lives. We offer exceptional integrated, comprehensive behavioral health treatment as well as prevention and outreach for holistic health and wellness. Our agency's most valued resource is our staff, as everyday they give our clients hope that recovery is possible.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent the LPC on the Governor’s Prevention Partnership youth advisory board, and at least one subcommittee.
• Develop collaborative partnership with school and community youth groups.
• Work directly with the coalition in all steps of the SPF.
• Present data to community boards and groups.
• Create a media campaign for parents and peers.
• Recruit other youth to participate.
• Implement information campaigns within school-settings.
• Attend monthly coalition meetings.
• Attend trainings and conferences on prevention related topics.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Are you a resident of Thomaston, CT

Work Location: In person

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