What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Advocate position at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.?
Company Information : Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) is one of the largest non-profit Youth and Family Support agencies working with high-risk youth and their families in the United States. Currently, YAP employs more than 2,000 dedicated workers and serves approximately 10,000 families per year. Our mission is to engage human service systems so that they rely less on institutional care and invest more in supporting families and neighborhoods. We currently work with child welfare, juvenile justice, behavioral health, disability, primary health care, and education systems to develop and offer community-based alternatives for the highest risk children, young people, young adults and families, and adults.
Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout the Providence Area 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.
Required Qualifications:
Qualifications/Requirements: A minimum High School Diploma or GED is required. Position required reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and car insurance limits of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability . This position requires background checks to be completed annually
This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay and activity reimbursement.
Benefits Available : Voluntary Dental, Voluntary Vision, AFLAC and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $17.00 /hour or more dependent on youth setting
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Job Type: Part-time
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $17 - $18
