Family Peer Advocate, Allyship Services

Position Title : Family Peer Advocate

Department : Community Engagement

Reports to : Program Manager (Allyship Services)

Location : Hybrid-Flex

Schedule : Monday - Friday, Saturdays as needed

Hourly Pay : $29.23 - $32.97

Travel : Field work required in all NYC boroughs

Formerly the Mental Health Association of New York City (MHA-NYC), Vibrant Emotional Health's groundbreaking solutions have delivered high quality services and support, when, where and how people need it for over 50 years. Through our state-of-the-art technology-enabled services, community wellness programs, and advocacy and education work, we are building a society in which emotional wellness can be a reality for everyone.

Position Overview :

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Family Peer Advocate is critical in ensuring the program is a safe and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ youth and their families. Family Peer Advocates are committed to the well-being of all, demonstrate respect in every aspect of their work, and thrive in a collaborative team environment. They possess the skills to build and maintain strong relationships. This position will support the impact, growth and trust of Vibrant's programs and its position as a leader within the mental health sphere within NYC via community led spaces and ongoing engagement efforts. The approach centers enhancing parental support which impacts the mental health of young New Yorker's

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with families to assess their needs and link them to appropriate resources
• Share personal knowledge and experiences about the youth serving systems
• Partner with all Vibrant community programs to provide LGBTQIA+ supportive services
• Conduct outreach and presentations in communities, schools, early intervention programs, clinics, and other community-based providers with a special emphasis on connecting with communities that have been historically hard to reach
• Facilitate / co-facilitate parenting education and support groups
• Conduct home and community visits to meet families in locations that allow for the best possible opportunity for assistance
• Organize and support social / recreational activities for families and youth, centering mental health awareness
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of the work completed with individuals and families
• Identify local partners and citywide resources
• Support Advisory Groups
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Skills / Abilities :

Required Qualifications :

Physical and Sensory Requirements :

Excellent comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, supplemental income insurance, pre-tax transit / parking, pre-tax FSA for medical and dependent care, and 401K available. 4 weeks' vacation, plum benefits, etc.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. Vibrant will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Vibrant Emotional Health is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, caregiver status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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