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Young Adult Peer Recover Support Associate
Young Adult Peer Recover Support AssociateFather Martin Ashley • Aberdeen, MD, United States
Young Adult Peer Recover Support Associate

Young Adult Peer Recover Support Associate

Father Martin Ashley • Aberdeen, MD, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are seeking a dedicated Young Adult Peer Support Specialist to join our school-based team. In this role, you will provide consistent, strengths-based support to students as they navigate personal, social, and academic challenges. This position is ideal for someone who can build meaningful peer connections, model positive decision-making, and guide students toward their individual goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide daily check-ins and ongoing peer support for students in both individual and group settings
  • Engage students in meaningful conversations around their goals, strengths, and areas of growth
  • Facilitate structured sessions on key topics including :

Healthy relationships

  • Vaping and cannabis education
  • Conflict resolution
  • Life and social skills
  • Financial literacy
  • College and career readiness
  • Collaborate with school staff, families, and community partners to ensure coordinated student support
  • Participate in meetings related to student care (IEPs, family support meetings, internal team huddles, etc.)
  • Support students in identifying needs and accessing appropriate resources
  • Maintain accurate documentation of student interactions and ensure appropriate information-sharing with referrals and stakeholders
  • Coordinate transportation and outbound referrals as needed
  • Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred
  • 2-3 years of experience in youth services, behavioral health, education, or related fields preferred
  • Ability to pass state and federal background checks and fingerprinting
  • Eligibility to obtain CPRS or CPRS-F credential within 12 months of hire (support provided)
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
  • Valid Maryland driver's license with a clean driving record
  • CPR, AED, and NARCAN training (or willingness to complete upon hire)
  • Ability to work effectively within school settings and with diverse student populations
  • Why Join Us?

  • Make a meaningful impact in students' lives during a pivotal time in their development
  • Consistent weekday schedule-no evenings or weekends
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment
  • Opportunities for training, certification, and career development
  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and identities-including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, and disability status-to apply. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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