Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Direct Deposit

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

A youth advocacy organization is seeking a part-time Advocate to serve youth and families in the Delaware County-Chichester area. This role involves initiating and implementing advocacy services, being a reliable role model, and working a flexible schedule. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, experience with at-risk youth, and strong community knowledge. This position offers competitive pay, activity reimbursement, and various benefits like dental and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Reliable insured transportation and a valid driver's license are required.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model for youth in community and home settings.
• Initiate, organize, and implement advocacy services to participants and families.
• Develop service plans based on a strength-based approach.

Skills

Community work experience

Knowledge of community resources

Experience working with at-risk youth

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Bilingual (Spanish speaking)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Status: Part Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Delaware County-Chichester Area.

Hourly Pay Rate: $18-20 per hour

Responsibilities

• Advocate 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.
• 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.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at‑risk youth and families.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Reliable insured transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance is required.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.
• Availability to work evening hours Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Benefits

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 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.