Youth Peer Advocates
Supporting youth in their emotional well-being and helping them navigate the systems that shape their future.
What We Do
- Professional Development
We offer skills-based training designed to help participants who meet the eligibility requirements for peer certification in New York State. - From Lived Experience to Leadership
We teach participants how to draw on their personal recovery experiences in a professional, boundaried way to support others. - Certification Preparation
We guide participants in navigating the New York Peer Specialist Certification process, including completion of the required training hours. - Practical Readiness
We incorporate role-play, documentation practice, and scenario-based learning to prepare participants for real-world service settings.
Adult Peer Support Training
Builds skills for supporting adults in recovery, focusing on resilience, self-advocacy, and system navigation.
Ongoing Education
Workshops and refreshers to help certified peers maintain and grow their skills.
Employment Connections
Graduates benefit from access to our staffing network, which works with providers who deliver OMH-licensed and Medicaid-reimbursable services.
