Youth Peer Support Partner II

Job description

Description Program: NC Healthy Transitions: Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position Summary: Per the tenets of the SAMHSA NC Healthy Transitions Grant , the Youth Peer Support Partner II provides direct, youth-driven peer support to transition-aged youth and young adults (ages 16–25) experiencing serious mental illness and/or co-occurring disabilities. Grounded in System of Care (SOC) values, person-centered , and trauma-informed approaches, this role uses lived experience to build authentic relationships that promote recovery, resiliency, empowerment, and self-determination. The Youth Peer Support Partner II supports young people as they navigate the transition from youth-serving systems into adult services, helping reduce stigma while increasing youth voice, leadership, and access to community-based supports. Key Responsibilities: - Comply with all grant-required activities as outlined in the NC Healthy Transitions Scope of Work . - Provide input into the development, implementation, and evaluation of Healthy Transitions Project activities and outcomes. - Support the program in meeting or exceeding grant goals and objectives. - Model recovery, resiliency, hope, and self-efficacy...