Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Florence (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Hourly Advocate to support youth and families in Florence and the La Grande area. The role focuses on direct advocacy services, planning, and coordinating supports using a wraparound strength-based approach.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, experience with youth and community resources, plus strong communication skills and reliable transportation. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience with at-risk youth and youth in juvenile justice is a plus.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office; EHR experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; reliable transportation and valid license required.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to participants and their families.
• Base service plans on a strength-based wraparound model.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Documentation

Professionalism

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Summary of the Position: We are currently seeking a Part-Time Hourly Advocate serving youth and families throughout Florence and La Grande Area is available.

• We are looking for individuals with experience working with youth, preferably in juvenile justice, mentoring, behavioral support, education, or social services.
• Candidates must demonstrate reliability, professionalism, strong communication skills, and the ability to compete accurate and timely documentation.
• 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 responsibilitiesof 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/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and youth involved in the juvenile justice system is a plus.
• Applicants should be comfortable using computer programs such as Microsoft Office.
• Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is a plus.
• Efficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus.

Benefits Available

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

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 . Local travel around the Portland/ Tri-County area

Basic Computer Skills

Novice

Strong Communication Skills

Some Knowledge

Intermediate

Detail Oriented

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

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

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

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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