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Employment Specialist

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
Manchester, NH Part Time
POSTED ON 3/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

We are seeking a dedicate and compassionate Employment Specialist to join our team at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. As an Employment Specialist, you will make a meaningful impact by providing guidance, support, and resources to individuals as they develop life skills and pursue their employment goals. 

Status: Part Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the position:

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. embraces the principles of self-determination and positive approaches in our Developmental Disability Programs. Guided by the Everyday Lives philosophy from the Office of Developmental Programs, we believe in empowering individuals to make their own decisions about how they live, what supports they need, and how they allocate their resources. Key values include accountability, choice, collaboration, inclusion, community contribution, individuality, mentoring, quality, relationships, safety, and success.

The Employment Specialist will plan, develop, and implement employment-related services and life skills trainings to support individuals in achieving their goals.

Hourly Rate: $20.00 per hour

Qualifications/Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field, or
  • Bachelor's degree in any field with 1 year of experience, or 
  • Associates Degree or 60 college credits with 3 years of paid experience working with young adults/and or adults or
  • High School Diploma or GED and one year of paid or volunteer experience working with young adults and/or adults. 
  • At least 2 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic computer knowledge 
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance are required. 
  • Bi-Lingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.

Benefits Available: 

  • Voluntary Dental
  • Voluntary Vision
  • UNUM Supplemental Benefits
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Pet Insurance
  • Direct Deposit
  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Flexible Schedule

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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