What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advocate position at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.?
Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Atlantic County are available.
- Advocate must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school, and home settings
- Primary Responsibilities of the Advocate are to initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
- All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.
- Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
- Experience working with at-risk youth
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient basic computer skills is required; experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems is a plus.
- Requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
- Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Direct Deposit
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule