Advocate

Youth-Advocate-Programs,-Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 550 - 910; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. seeks part-time Advocates to support youth and families across Chicago in the Pursuing Excellence program. Advocates work in community, school, and home settings, guiding wraparound plans and serving as positive role models with flexible hours.

Responsibilities include coordinating direct advocacy services, partnering with schools and resources, and delivering strengths-based plans to help participants overcome challenges, with weekly pay and activity reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with at‑risk youth and families in community, school, and home settings preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Reliable and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
• Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Make a lasting impact by serving as a trusted advocate, mentor, and positive role model for youth and families throughout the community.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of direct advocacy services designed to help participants overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
• Partner with youth, families, schools, and community resources to create individualized, strengths-based service plans using the wraparound model.
• Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish

MS Office

EHR experience

Driver's License

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Schedule: Flexible Schedule - Evenings and weekends may be required.

Summary of Position: Hourly, part-time positions are available serving youth and families throughout Chicago in the Pursuing Excellence. Advocates provide individualized support in community, school, and home settings while serving as positive role models for youth.

• Make a lasting impact by serving as a trusted advocate, mentor, and positive role model for youth and families throughout the community.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of direct advocacy services designed to help participants overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
• Partner with youth, families, schools, and community resources to create individualized, strengths-based service plans using the wraparound model.
• Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Prior Experience working with at-risk youth and families in a community, school, and home setting
• Experience working in community-based services and knowledge of community resources.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general knowledge of using computers
• Experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is preferred.
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage

Benefits Available:

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

Travel Required

Yes . Travel throughout community to homes and schools

Preferred

Strong Communication Skills

Some Knowledge

Some Knowledge

Basic Computer Skills

Novice

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
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