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Young Peers Coordinator
WNYIL, Inc. —Buffalo, NY
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Overtime
- Management
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Word processing
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
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Family Peer Advocate
OLV Human Services —Buffalo, NY
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
Youth Peer Advocate
Mental Health Advocates of Western New York —Buffalo, NY
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Youth Peer Advocate Youth ACT
Child & Family Services —Cheektowaga, NY
- $21.98 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Family Support Specialist
Spectrum Health & Human Services —West Seneca, NY
- $23.09 - $29.44 an hour
- Clean driving record
- Adults
- Mid-level
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Family Peer Advocate
Endeavor Health Services —Buffalo, NY
- $18.13 an hour
- Writing skills
- Driver's License
- Driving
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Youth Peer Advocate
New Directions Youth & Family Services, Inc. —Lockport, NY
- $19.50 - $21.30 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Experience working with children
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Peer Specialist (Hourly) (Stutzman ATC)
State of New York - Addiction Services and Supports, Office of —Buffalo, NY
- $20.42 an hour
- Per diem
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Criminal background check
Recovery Peer Advocate (Street Outreach)
Evergreen Health —Buffalo, NY
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Entry level
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
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Family Peer Advocate Youth ACT
Child & Family Services —Cheektowaga, NY
- $21.98 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Family Peer Recovery Advocate
New Directions Youth & Family Services, Inc. —Lockport, NY
- $19.00 - $20.47 an hour
- Full-time
- Caregiving
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Professional - Residential
COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR EVERY1 INC —Buffalo, NY
- From $22.75 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
- Computer literacy
287 - Peer Recovery Specialist
COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION OF WESTERN NEW YORK INC —Buffalo, NY
- $30,000 - $33,000 a year
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Basic math
- Office
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Housing Peer Support Specialist (Full Time/Mon-Fri Days)
Cazenovia Recovery Systems Inc —Buffalo, NY
- $19.38 an hour
- Full-time
- HIPAA
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Addict to Addict/ECSO Peer Support Specialist
WNYIL, Inc. —Buffalo, NY
- $47,800 - $49,800 a year
- Overtime
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
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Family Peer Advocate-Home + Community Based Support Services program
Child & Family Services —Buffalo, NY
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Children
- Wellness program
- Paid jury duty
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Community Based Peer Specialist
Endeavor Health Services —Buffalo, NY
- $18 an hour
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Youth Peer Advocate of ACT Brave
BestSelf Behavioral Health —Buffalo, NY
- $17.33 - $18.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Peer Specialist - Forensic ACT Team
Endeavor Health Services —Buffalo, NY
- $18.13 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- HIPAA
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Young Peers Coordinator

WNYIL, Inc. -
Buffalo, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$45,000 - $50,000 a year
2 hours ago

Benefits

403(b) matching
Mileage reimbursement
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Word processing
Program development
Spreadsheets
Recovery peer support
Human Services
Peer support advocacy
Training & development
Associate's degree
Working with youth

Full Job Description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Lead the ongoing development of the Young Peers Program within Western New York Independent Living, Inc. (WNYIL) covering Erie, Niagara, Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counties. Supervise Youth Peer Advocates. Provide peer support in person, and online.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the coordination and supervision of the Young Peers Program.
Responsible for monitoring and evaluating the progress and impact of the program.
Achieve and report the progress of program goals to appropriate funding sources.
Supervise all Youth Peer Advocates (YPAs) according to WNYIL, Inc. policies, procedures and practices, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation and termination of staff.
Jointly develop the annual budget of Young Peers Program with the COO.
Monitor, maintain, and request goods and services necessary for the operation of the program.
Coordinate WNYIL, Inc.’s Young Peers Advisory Council, including the recruitment of members, meeting logistics, and recordkeeping.
Advocate and promote interests of the Young Peers Advisory Council in the community, state and nation.
Monitor and coordinate activities of WNYIL Inc.’s online Young Peers support forum.
Identify potential funding streams and assist with crafting funding proposals/grants.
Ensure the delivery of peer advocacy services to transition-age youth with disabilities.
Facilitate skill-building groups and trainings for young people with disabilities.
Inform individuals about various programs that are available to them and assist them in securing and/or maintaining benefits, such as vocational rehabilitation, social services, Medicaid, etc.
Conduct and collect the results of WNYIL, Inc.’s consumer satisfaction measuring tools and report results to the Young Peers Advisory Council and WNYIL, Inc.’s Administration.
Accurately document consumer services and required paperwork in WNYIL’s Electronic Consumer Record (ECR), within two (2) working days of the date of service.
Monitor Electronic Consumer Service records to ensure that consumer data and reporting of services are complete and correct.
Attend Agency’s in-service training and staff meetings as well as any other Agency-related activities as required.
Participate in maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Associate degree in Human Services or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Professional and life experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic credentials.
Candidates with a Youth Peer Advocate credential is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE (if required)

Be an individual who has self-identified as a person who has first-hand experience with emotional (mental health), behavioral challenges, and/or co-occurring disorders.
Be able to use lived experience with a disability, mental illness and involvement with juvenile justice, special education, substance use disorder and/or foster care to assist in supporting youth in their resiliency/recovery and wellness.
Must have three (3) years of direct youth peer service experience.
Experience as a supervisor or manager is preferred.
Knowledge of persons with disabilities, federal and state laws pertaining to the rights of persons with disabilities

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must have reliable transportation in order to travel independently across Erie, Niagara, Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counites.
Demonstrate the ability to engage with diverse groups of people.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Must have intermediate level of knowledge of computers including the use of Excel spreadsheets, databases, word processing and networks.
Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring a better quality of life for persons with disabilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office/Community

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

Sitting for extended periods of time.

Occasional lifting of not more than 15 pounds.

HOURS / SHIFTS

37.5 – 40 hours per week. M – F 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Overtime is rarely required.

CLASSIFICATION

Full-time, salary, non-exempt, Professional staff.

Range: $45,000 - $50,000

BENEFITS

Agency provided group health insurance.

Vision, dental, life, supplemental insurances available.

PTO and paid holiday package.

403(b) retirement with Agency match.

Employee Assistance Program

OTHER

Western New York Independent Living, Inc. values our employee safety and follows all recommended NYS required Infectious Disease Prevention Protocols.

Western New York Independent Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for people with disabilities.

Western New York Independent Living, Inc. is a scent-free Agency.

POSTING INFORMATION

Closing Date: September 2nd, 2026

Cover Letter and Resume Required to:

Human Resources Dept.

WNY Independent Living, Inc.

3108 Main St.

Buffalo, N.Y. 14214

[email protected]

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Experience:

direct youth peer service experience.?: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Buffalo, NY 14214 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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peer advocate jobs in amherst, ny

Young Peers Coordinator

Family Peer Advocate

Youth Peer Advocate

Youth Peer Advocate Youth ACT

Family Support Specialist

Family Peer Advocate

Youth Peer Advocate

Peer Specialist (Hourly) (Stutzman ATC)

Recovery Peer Advocate (Street Outreach)

Family Peer Advocate Youth ACT

Family Peer Recovery Advocate

Direct Support Professional - Residential

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Family Peer Advocate-Home + Community Based Support Services program

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