What are the responsibilities and job description for the TAY Peer Partner position at Sevita?
Interview First - Apply Later with California MENTOR, a member of the Sevita family, provides services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities and other complex challenges, including autism spectrum disorders.
TAY Peer Partner
Our mission at Sevita is to create a world where every person has the right to live well. As a TAY Peer Partner, you'll provide guidance to transitional aged youth (TAY) being served through the system by utilizing personal prior experience to help foster a relationship of trust and support, identify strengths and unmet needs, to build connection, confidence and hope for the youth.
Each day, the connections you make and the compassion you bring make a difference in the lives of our participants. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of staff and supportive supervisors, while you grow your career.
Annual Salary: $38,022.40 - Salary Plus Overtime
This position provides in-home services to people 6 to 18 years old, typically after school hours collaborating with a team.
Responsibilities:
- Advocacy and liaison services between the TAY youth, clinician, treatment staff, community agencies, services, families and child(ren)
- Provide services in the home and community
- Ensure families are properly supported through the system of care, probation or mental health services and connect families to resources/services in the community
- Participates as a member of the child and family team and assists the TAY youth in bringing up and discussing difficult issues at meetings
- Leads or co-leads youth groups
- Attends and participates in trainings, treatment planning meetings, court review hearings, team decision-making, IEP and other meetings
- Documentation and record keeping
- Performs additional duties and activities as required
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Prior personal experience as a youth who has been served through the system of care, probation, or mental health services required
- Experience in a mental health setting preferred
- Reliable transportation, auto insurance, registration, and a valid driver’s license
- Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks
- COVID-19 full vaccination required
Why Join Us?
· Competitive Pay: Full benefits package for employees working 30 hours/week, including a 401(k) with a 3% company match, Pay On Demand
· Time Off: Paid time off plus holiday pay to recharge so you can be your best at work
· Network of Support Supervisors who care deeply about the participants and your wellbeing
· Job Security: A stable job at an established, growing company
· Learning & Development: We invest in your development and provide the tools and training you need to have a fulfilling career
We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
