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Advocate

Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs • Geneseo, NY, US
30+ days ago
Salary
$18.00 hourly
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

We are seeking passionate and dedicated Advocates to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with youth and families to provide guidance, support, and advocacy. You will help them navigate challenges, access resources, and achieve their goals.

Status: Part Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: This is an hourly, part-time Advocate position serving youth and families throughout Livingston County.

  • 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 participants and their families.
  • Develop and implement programs and activities that promote individual personal growth and community engagement.
  • Collaborate with other professionals and organizations to coordinate services.
  • All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation
  • This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay and activity reimbursement

Hourly Rate: $19.50 per hour

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Minimum High School diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
  • Experience working with at-risk youth and families
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Basic computer skills
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance coverage is required.
  • Bilingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.

Benefits Available:

  • Voluntary Dental
  • Voluntary Vision
  • UNUM Supplemental Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Direct Deposit
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Flexible schedule
  • State sick leave

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.

Why Join Us? Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) is one of the largest non-profit youth and family support agencies, in 33 states plus DC, working with high-risk youth and their families in the United States. Currently, YAP employs more than 2,000 dedicated workers and we serve thousands of families a year in more than 100 rural, urban, and suburban communities nationwide. YAP’s mission is to deliver and advocate for safe and effective community-based alternatives to residential care and incarceration that empower individuals, families, and neighborhoods to thrive. 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, youth people, young adults, families, and adults. Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is committed to creating safe environments and providing services that are individualized, culturally competent, and trauma informed to build brighter futures for all.

At YAP, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, professional development and career advancement opportunities, supportive and collaborative work environment and competitive weekly pay with a flexible schedule.

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