What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Peer Advocate position at Liberation Programs Inc.?
Job Purpose/Function: The Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) will be between ages 16-24 with lived experience in the Stamford community. They will be bilingual to account for the large Spanish speaking youth population in Stamford. Their presence as a youth community leader will be integral to PFS buy-in, acting as a bridge between the PFS team and a youth population that may have preconceived notions about prevention programs and the effects (or lack thereof) of youth alcohol use.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participate and represent their LPC on the monthly GPP Youth Advisory Board meetings and at least one sub-committee
- Develop collaborative partnerships with school and community groups
- Work directly with the Stamford coalition in all steps of the SPF
- Present data to community boards and groups; 1v. Create a media campaign for parents and peers
- Recruit other youth to participate
- Information Campaigns within school-settings
- Attend conferences on prevention
- Attend a training on Strategic Prevention Framework
Required Skills:
- Basic understanding of prevention
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency with social media
Who We Are:
Liberation Programs is one of Fairfield County's leading behavioral health organizations specializing in treatment for all types of substance use disorders including alcohol, opiates, depressants and stimulants. Our goal is to help individuals and families overcome addiction in order to restore their lives and ultimately strengthen our communities. Liberation provides services for youth, adults and families that include two inpatient treatment programs, outpatient and intensive outpatient services, health education for older adults and people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses, treatment and resources for adolescents and their families, education and prevention efforts in the community, and permanent supportive housing for families. In operation since 1971, the agency has sites in Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk and Bridgeport and served more than 2,400 individuals in our last fiscal year.
Our Mission:
Liberation Programs' mission is to provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to help individuals and their families impacted by substance use and mental health conditions to foster hope and maintain wellness.