Promoting the active participation of young people in conversations with system partners and other professionalsEncouraging young people to work toward systems changeFacilitating groups and coordinating community events for young peoplePromoting services that foster the full integration of youth in their communitiesEngaging in decision-making and policy-planning discussions at the local, state, and national levelShare their personal experience with mental illness/co-occurring substance use and their own personal recovery experience while serving as a role modelHelp identify client's individual warning signs and help develop ways to prevent relapse to avoid hospitalizations. Assist clients in developing support systems and developing self-care skills to promote recovery (i.e., self-advocacy, coping, social, etc.)Participate as a member of the clinical team and provide client's point of view at team meetings, treatment planning meetings, and psychiatric visits.