Ryther Child Center

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WISe Youth Peer Partner Ryther is a recognized leader in behavioral health services for children, youth and their families facing complex challenges. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive services and innovative treatments. We guide, coach and teach so that every child/youth and family we work with may experience new ways of thinking, develop positive relationships, and realize a better life. Wraparound with Intensive Services, or WISe, is a new approach to helping Medicaid-eligible children, youth, and their families with intensive mental health care. Services are available in home and community settings and offer a system of care based on the individualized need of the child or youth. Lived experience addressing a behavioral health diagnosis required. Applicants who are not currently certified as a peer councilor, or already working toward certification, are welcome to apply but may not be considered. The WISe Youth Partner utilizes their own experiences as a past consumer of mental health services, to deliver direct supportive services to youth referred to or receiving wraparound services. The Youth Partner ensures that youth voice and choice is understood and utilized by other wraparound team members. They connect youth/families to supports and resources within their community, and engage youth and family in the wraparound process. They are advocates for youth/family needs within the team and community, and provide services in client homes, schools or other convenient community locations. This is a Monday-Fridays position with some evenings. You'll have the following benefits: • Medical/Dental Benefits (Premium covered up to 94% by Ryther, depending on plan , and we pay $5000.00 towards your deductible and out of pocket max) • 15 Days Paid Vacation (which increases to 17 after your second year, and by 1 each year after that) • 10 Sick Days (Vacation and Sick time rollover) • 6 Paid Holidays, and 4 Floating Holidays • Free Medical Telehealth Appointments for you and anyone in your household (General Medical, Dermatology, Mental Health, Neck and Back Care, Nutrition, etc.) • Employee Assistance Program for you and your family through WorkLife • 40% Off Aflac Supplemental Insurances (Free Aflac Identity Theft Protection) • 403b Tax Deferred Retirement Plan • Life Insurance ($50,000.00) • Ryther is a registered 501c(3) which qualifies for the federal Student Loan Forgiveness program What We Value: • Commitment to Ryther's mission, vision, and values. • Respect for diverse lifestyles, cultures, and abilities. • Team-oriented mindset with strong self-management skills. • Adaptability and a proactive approach to change and servant leadership. Ryther seeks to create a work environment that reflects the diverse community that it serves. People of color, LGBTQIA2s+, persons with disabilities, and multi-lingual individuals encouraged to apply. Our diversity is our strength! To apply, please send cover letter and resume! We hope to see you soon!