Job Summary:

The Family Peer Advocate provides support to families while their child is enrolled in OMH programs (ITP and RTF) at OLV Human Services. The Family Peer Advocate serves as a link for families to resolve concerns or coordinate advocacy for the youth and family. The Family Peer Advocate provides information and assistance with referrals to other agencies or programs upon discharge. The Family Peer Advocate assists Peer Advocates in supporting youth in OLV Human Services programs.

Essential Job Duties:


+ Engages with the referred client and their family prior to admission, initiating a supportive relationship for the family.

+ Travels to the family home as needed to provide supports.

+ Attends NYS OMH accreditation for a Family Peer Support Person, during first year of hire.

+ Maintains certification in FANS annually.

+ Conducts and documents the FANS as well as progress documentation within the Electronic Medica...