Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. in Sullivan County is seeking passionate and dedicated Youth Advocates to join our team. As a Youth Advocate, you will play a crucial role in supporting and empowering young individuals to overcome challenges and reach their full potential. In this role, you will work closely with youth with diverse backgrounds, providing guidance, mentorship, and advocacy. You will collaborate with community organizations, schools, and families to ensure that our youth have access to the resources and service they need to thrive. Status: Part-Time HourlyFLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Sullivan County are available.

Advocate must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school, and home settingsPrimary 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.

Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement

Hourly Rate: $16.00

Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required

Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources Bi-Lingual/Spanish is preferred but not required.

Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance coverage.

Position does require in home visits.

Benefits Available: Voluntary DentalVoluntary VisionUNUM Supplemental Insurance Employee Assistance Program403(b) Retirement Savings PlanDirect Deposit 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.