Top 18 Youth advocate Jobs in Buffalo Ny

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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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
OLV Human Services —Buffalo, NY
- $20 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
Youth Engagement Coordinator
COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION OF WESTERN NEW YORK INC —Buffalo, NY
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Google Workspace
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
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Health Educator Coordinator
Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers —Buffalo, NY
- $60,500 - $62,000 a year
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
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Advocate
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. —Buffalo, NY
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Transitional House Case Worker
Compass House —Buffalo, NY
- From $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Case Manager- Mental Health
Community Missions, Inc. —Niagara Falls, NY
- $41,729 - $51,563 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Adults
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Community Health educator
Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers —Buffalo, NY
- From $48,924 a year
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
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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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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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Family Engagement Team Leader
BestSelf Behavioral Health —Buffalo, NY
- From $27.47 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Addiction Medicine
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Foster Care Alumni Specialist
COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION OF WESTERN NEW YORK INC —Buffalo, NY
- $19.23 - $21.63 an hour
- Full-time
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Office
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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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Children and Young Adult Care Coordinator
Pinnacle Community Services, Inc. —Niagara Falls, NY
- $22.37 - $23.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
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Resident Care Worker Casey House
Pinnacle Community Services, Inc. —Niagara Falls, NY
- $17.52 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- Residential
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Care Manager / Sr. Care Manager for children & youth (Health Homes program)
SKIP of New York —Elma, NY
- $22.00 - $26.50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- RN License
- Writing skills
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Community Wellness Specialist II
Spectrum Health & Human Services —Buffalo, NY
Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, and possess a personal vehicle for job requirement.
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VOLUNTEER Hospital Advocate
CRISIS SERVICES —Buffalo, NY
During these interventions, Volunteers provide emotional support, lethality assessment, crisis intervention, and client advocacy. Must be at least 18 years old.
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YMCA of Central Ohio —Columbus, OH
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Youth Peer Advocate

Mental Health Advocates of Western New York
Buffalo, NY

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$18 - $20 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)

Qualifications

Trauma-sensitive practices
HIPAA compliance
Client rapport building
HIPAA
Recovery peer support
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Emotional support for patients
Emotional safety support
Peer support advocacy
Clinical confidentiality policies
Cross-functional collaboration
Working with youth

Full Job Description

Position: Youth Peer Advocate

Employment Type:

Part Time Full Time

Exempt Salary Non-Exempt Hourly

Reports To: YPA Program Manager

Position Summary

Youth Peer Advocates will use their lived experience and recovery journey to inspire and empower young people navigating mental health and/or substance use challenges. This role focuses on promoting wellness, resiliency, and recovery through peer-led support, goal development, advocacy, and connection to community resources. The Youth Peer Advocate serves as a role model, mentor, and support system for adolescents and transition-age youth while supporting MHA’s Mission.

Essential Functions

Support youth in developing wellness, resiliency, and recovery skills, including goal setting, transition planning, and community living skills in one-to-one and/or group settings in the community, clinical settings and/or schools.
Encourage hope, confidence, and self-efficacy to enhance recovery-oriented attitudes in youth.
Model and provide mutual support, reassurance, and advocacy to promote wellness and healing.
Serve as a peer partner during transitions between levels of care and into adulthood.
Assist youth in effectively communicating their unique perspectives with providers and families.
Guide youth in developing self-advocacy skills to request services and support they can benefit from.
Support youth engagement in their treatment planning process using a youth-driven, person-centered approach.
Collaborate with families, caregivers, and professional providers to promote active youth involvement.
Connect youth with both formal services and informal community resources, including peer support groups.
Maintain an up-to-date list of local resources and support services beneficial to youth and families.
Facilitate peer-led support groups, workshops, and recreational activities for youth and families.
Provide support to youth participating in the Erie County Children’s System of Care and similar initiatives.
Represent the youth voice at community meetings and advocacy forums as needed.
Share knowledge of adult system resources with transition-age youth and offer navigation support.
Document all activities, including progress notes, treatment plans, and required reporting for funders.
Help create and participate in engaging social media content (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok) to promote Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) activities and outreach.
Provide peer support within clinical and community-based behavioral health settings.
Assist with funded activities needed, including compiling reports, attending or facilitating training, and participating in required meetings.
Work flexible hours based on youth and family needs, including evenings and weekends.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support the organization's mission.

Qualifications

Must be between the ages of 18 and 30.
Lived experience as a youth with one or more child-serving systems, including mental health care, substance use treatment, child welfare, juvenile justice, or special education.
Certified Youth Peer Advocate (YPA) or eligible and willing to obtain certification.
High school diploma or GED required.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and connect with youth from diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge of youth empowerment, peer support principles, and trauma-informed care practices.
Comfortable facilitating groups, public speaking, and participating in community engagement activities.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across various service systems.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate sensitivity, empathy, and a supportive approach to others' needs.
Evidence of strong confidentiality practices and understanding of HIPAA compliance.
Sound decision-making ability and ability to work independently.
Well-organized and able to meet documentation and funder reporting requirements consistently.
Proficient computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel for community-based work.
Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including evenings and weekend.
Team-first attitude with a positive and professional demeanor.

Employee Benefits:

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Health Reimbursement Account
Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick leave.
Paid Holidays
403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development Opportunities
Summer Hours Program
Remote Work Policy

Travel Requirements:

Incumbents must possess a valid Driver License and reliable transportation with the ability to travel within New York State, as well as nationally, if required.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time.

The employee is required to regularly reach with arms and hands; use hands to handle. Hands and fingers frequently perform repetitive motion including typing/keying.

Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

This job requires close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is required to regularly talk and hear.

The above job description is not a contractual or binding document; it is provided as a guide to the types of duties required to be undertaken. Duties may vary from time to time, and this description is subject to review. Modifications will be made as needed to support changes in the business climate and requirements.

The Mental Health Advocates of WNY is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, weight, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.

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youth advocate jobs in buffalo ny

Youth Peer Advocate

Family Support Specialist

Family Peer Advocate

Youth Engagement Coordinator

Health Educator Coordinator

Advocate

Transitional House Case Worker

Case Manager- Mental Health

Community Health educator

Youth Peer Advocate of ACT Brave

Youth Peer Advocate

Family Engagement Team Leader

Foster Care Alumni Specialist

Family Peer Recovery Advocate

Children and Young Adult Care Coordinator

Resident Care Worker Casey House

Care Manager / Sr. Care Manager for children & youth (Health Homes program)

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