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Position Summary:
The SOR3 Youth Recovery Coach will coordinate Peer Recovery Supports Services (PRSS) to youth within the Rochester City School District as well as reaching out to youth subjected to school discipline or returning from detention or incarceration. The project will also give special attention to children of incarcerated parents, providing a dedicated support group for such youth that we identify. The CORE Center will provide Clubhouse Socialization and Recovery Support Services to complement any youth within the Rochester City School District that self-Identify as having a history of a substance use disorder. The project will address the need for a stronger peer recovery support services for youth, Specific needs include the engagement of youth, the need for clubhouse/socialization services, and bridging the digital divide. The project will create an afterschool enrichment program, violence prevention program, and leadership development program using SMART Recovery’s 4-Point Program and Positive Youth Development Principles (PYD). The SOR3 Youth Recovery Coach will provide workshops on the key elements of Recovery, success in the core areas of life (employment, housing, relationships, mental health/self-esteem), and other topics as determined by the Advisory Committee and SOR3 community stakeholders. This employment opportunity requires evening and weekend hours, as determined. by CCA/CORE Center key project staff. Applicants must possess a valid NYS driver’s license, a reliable vehicle able to transport participants, and appropriate levels of auto insurance, as required by CCA.
Direct Supervisor: Director/Assistant Director, CORE Center
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Qualifications:
At CCA, we are committed to fair transparent pay, and we strive to provide competitive market-informed compensation. The successful candidate's salary is determined by the combination of knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, and geography.
ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT COVER LETTER WITH RESUME.
CCA Website: HERE
I would approach the situation with empathy and active listening, seeking to understand their perspective and find a solution together.
As youth mentors, it is our job to build good relations with children and teenagers. Our primary job duty is to help teenagers in achieving their academic and professional life goals. We have to build up an optimistic relation with children and guide them appropriately for their life aims. Moreover, we guide children to lead a purposeful life full of aims. Being youth mentors, we have to motivate children and inspire them by implementing youth programs. We should have organizing qualities and a creative mind to be successful in this job.
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