Clack Recovery Youth Peer Support

Youth ERA is an Oregon-based non-profit that creates lasting positive change in the lives of young people and the systems that serve them. By uniting a diverse collective of young adults and organizations around innovative solutions, Youth Era impacts thousands each year. The work we do is fueled by a deep sense of dedication to our staff, the young people we serve, and the system partners we collaborate with, who give their time and voices to empower young lives and improve our communities.

Every day, our team creates positive change in countless ways. Whether we're providing one-on-one support to a young person in need, developing programs and resources that help young people thrive, or working with system partners to create change at a broader level, we're driven by our mission to empower and uplift the next generation. Join us and be part of the change!

• We offer 100% employer-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision group health insurance.
• Take advantage of our 403b retirement plan.
• Access our employee assistance program.
• Generous paid time off plan.

Are you passionate about helping your peers overcome work through their recovery journey? Do you have lived experience in substance use recovery? If so, we want you to join our team at Youth Era as a Youth Recovery Peer Support Specialist.

We strongly encourage applicants to provide a cover letter as it allows them to showcase their personality, passion, and specific qualifications for the position they are applying for.

Research shows that women and BIPOC individuals are often hesitant to apply for positions unless they feel confident they can fulfill every task outlined in the job description. At our organization, our priority is to find the most qualified candidate for the job. We recognize the value of diverse experiences and perspectives, and we're committed to considering any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience.

• Compensation: $22- $25 (Depending on Experience)
• Position Type:
  Full-time (40 hours/week)

The youth recovery peer support specialist (YRPSS) is responsible for providing peer support services to youth ages 14-25 who are in or working toward recovery from substance use. This position is charged with building connections to young adults and assisting in needs identification, solution brainstorming, and self-advocacy at all levels. This position supports youth in gaining control over their lives and in fostering positive community connections.

The YRPSS functions as a role model by demonstrating recovery, resilience and ongoing coping skills.

• Share lived experience of recovery and related life challenges to provide authentic peer support and build trust with young adults navigating systems such as mental health, substance use/recovery, juvenile justice, Oregon Youth Authority, foster care, education, and LGBTQ+ supports.
• Engage and build relationships with youth through drop-in center participation, outreach, and recovery-specific programming.
• Support safe and inclusive environments by modeling trauma-informed practices, monitoring emotional and physical safety, and interrupting oppressive or inappropriate behavior.
• Provide one-on-one recovery support tailored to youth-led goals, using harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and supportive tools such as recovery forms.
• Empower youth self-advocacy by helping them set goals and take steps toward their recovery and wellness.
• Facilitate and co-facilitate recovery groups that provide peer connection, reflection, and skill-building.
• Promote and advertise recovery services through outreach, tabling, and collaboration with community partners; actively connecting young adults to the recovery program and Youth Era services.
• Assist youth in accessing services that support their recovery journey, including harm reduction resources, housing, education, and healthcare.
• Provide culturally responsive assistance and apply evidence-based and youth development practices such as Positive Youth Development, Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), Wraparound, the 40 Developmental Assets, and harm reduction.
• Refer youth to…