JOB
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.SUMMARY DESCRIPTIONUnder general direction, the Peer Support Specialist Staff plays a key role in supporting Pathways to Success with various youth program activities. Peer Support Specialists are responsible for ensuring that youth receive caring, quality, and appropriate cognitive behavior therapy, case management and supportive services.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSPeer Support Specialist will receive necessary training in areas that include effective communication with youth and families, adolescent development, advocacy in a variety of settings, positive mentoring, and navigating local systems, and understanding applicable professional, ethical, and legal rules.REPORTS TOAssigned supervisor and/or designee.CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISEDThis is not a supervisory classification.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIESThe following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.Provide mentoring support to youth identified and eligible for Pathways to Success and youth services.Develop healthy mentoring relationships with youth.Participate in the development of individualized service plans for youth and prepare and present progress reports as needed. Participate in Cognitive behavior therapy with youth.Maintain regular contact with each youth both on the phone and in person.Regularly review each youth’s progress toward meeting goals outlined in the service plan with supervisor(s).Model pro-social behaviors for youth.Confront youth on negative or delinquent behaviors and consult with supervisor regarding such behaviors.Provide transportation for youth clients to and from appointments and activities.Develop relationships with families and school staff, and maintain regular dialogue about youth’s needs, progress, and challenges.Participate and assist with facilitation of group workshops and activities, including self-esteem, forgiveness, and anger management mentoring groups. Attend meetings with youth and their families including school, medical, counseling, and court. Advocate for youth participants within a variety of settings, including but not limited to, school, juvenile court, medical and mental health agencies, and other community-based service providers.Identify and network with other youth serving organizations.Meet weekly with supervisor for direction, guidance, youth participant review, and submission of progress reports.Assists with informing schools, parents, and the community about the work of Pathways to Success program.Perform related duties as required.