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 the Position: Hourly, Part Time Time position serving youth and families throughout Monroe County are available.
- Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school, and home settings.
- The 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.
- This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay and activity reimbursement.
Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
- Experience working with at risk youth and their families is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer knowledge; Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 is a plus.
- Requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance
- Arabic Speaking is highly preferred
- Spanish Speaking is a plus.
- ASL is a plus
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- State Sick Leave
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible Schedule
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Mileage reimbursement
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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