Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is looking for part-time hourly advocates to serve youth and families in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The role involves initiating and implementing advocacy services, while maintaining flexibility in working hours. Candidates must have a High School Diploma and experience with at-risk youth.

Benefits include optional dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, and competitive weekly pay. Ideal candidates are dependable, skilled communicators, and possess reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at-risk youth is essential.
• Proficiency in computer skills; knowledge of EHR is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license are necessary.
• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model for youth in various settings.
• Plan and implement direct advocacy services for participants.
• Develop service plans using a strength-based approach.
• Maintain flexibility in working hours as required.

Skills

Dependability

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience working with at-risk youth

Proficiency in computer skills

Bilingual (Spanish-speaking)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic health record (EHR)

Job description

Status & Classification

Part-Time Hourly, Non-Exempt

Summary

Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Elkhart County – Fort Wayne are available.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Compensation & Availability

Hourly Rate: $18.00

Availability: Flexible Hours; May require some evenings and weekend.

Qualifications / Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at‑risk youth.
• Proficiency in computer skills; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage (must be able to provide an Auto Declaration document).
• Bilingual (Spanish-speaking) is a plus.

Benefits Available

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