Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Pet Insurance

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Chicago is seeking advocates for part-time roles within the C2C (Choose 2 Change) Program. This position involves providing advocacy services to at-risk youth and families, ensuring a supportive environment and developing tailored service plans. Candidates must have a high school diploma, experience with community resources, and reliable transportation. The role offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and a supportive work environment.

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 is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance are necessary.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advocate must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model.
• Initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services.
• Develop all service plans based on a strength-based approach.

Skills

Experience in community work

Knowledge of community resources

Experience working with at-risk youth

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Bilingual (Spanish speaking)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Advocate – Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.

Location

Chicago, IL

Employment Type

Part‑Time Hourly

Summary

Hourly, Part‐Time positions serving youth and families throughout Chicago in the C2C (Choose 2 Change) Program are available. Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Advocate must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school, and home settings.
• Primary responsibilities: initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• Develop all service plans based on a strength‑based approach using the wrap‑around model.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (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 transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance (required).
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.

Benefits

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