What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advocate position at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.?
Are you passionate about making a different in the lives of young people? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Youth Advocate.
As a youth advocate you will play a crucial role in supporting and empowering young individuals as they navigate their way through various challenges, providing guidance, resources, and mentorship to ensure they reach their full potential by creating a safe and inclusive environment where young people can thrive and flourish.
Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Erie 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 clients 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 $ 15.00
Qualifications/Requirements: A minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
- Experience working with youth and children
Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage.
Bi-Lingual/Spanish is preferred but not required
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplement Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance 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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