What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Youth Advocate position at Family Assistance Program?
Lead Youth Advocate (CCL)
Full Time
POSITION: Lead Youth Advocate
REPORTS TO: Program Administrator
LOCATION: Mentone, San Bernardino County, CA
HOURS: We are looking to fill a full-time Lead Youth Advocate position. Hours will fluctuate based on needs of clients, mornings, evenings, graveyards and weekends will be required.
HOURLY RATE: Range is $21 – $25 an hour, depending on Experience. After successfully passing probation period, benefits will include paid sick, accrued PTO, paid holidays, plus optional employee health insurance plan.
BASIC DUTIES: The Youth Advocate provides one-on-one support and mentorship to young individuals, helping them navigate personal, educational, and social challenges. They develop and implement individualized plans that address each youth’s specific needs and goals, including academic support, career guidance, and life skills development. They also facilitate group workshops and activities that promote self-esteem, leadership, and community engagement among young people. Duties include but are not limited to completing intake and discharge paperwork.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
- Identify the needs of the youth
- Must be able and willing to provide emergency hot-line counseling and suicide prevention support
- Organizing one-on-one and group counseling sessions
- Mentoring children and teenagers under licensing guidelines (Title 22)
- Serving as a role model and mentor to youth clientele in a professional manner
- Ensure policies are followed to protect clients’ safety at all times.
- Visiting clients at school or residential homes
- Providing assessment and crisis intervention
- Provide emergency hot-line counseling and suicide prevention support
- Maintain confidentiality regarding client and staff files and locations.
- Answer incoming calls, make outgoing calls, notate messages, and follow up on referrals.
- Assist with establishing contact with parents or guardians of youth.
- Act as a liaison between youth, their families, and various social services, ensuring that young individuals receive the comprehensive support they need.
- Supervise clients/volunteers in a positive, caring manner to make sure staff work together as a cohesive group
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must have a genuine respect for and interest in youth and their families.
- Ability to put into practice all aspects of Positive Youth Development (training will be provided) and demonstrate respect for client’s rights and safety.
- Former Foster Youth is a plus, but must be at least 21 years old.
- Must attend orientation
- Ability to complete the required training and incorporate the techniques taught
- Must be able to pass CPR and First Aid Training
- Pass a physical and a TB Test.
- Pass a background check, and be open and honest about any convictions
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle with a valid registration and insurance, have a good driving record, and be willing to travel between offices and units during the workday.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $25
