Advocate

Youth-Advocate-Programs,-Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. in Georgia seeks a compassionate Advocate to work with at-risk youth, providing guidance, support and resources to improve well-being.

This part-time hourly role serves youth and families, with travel to client homes and local activities in Tattnall County. You will build trusted relationships, develop and implement individualized support plans, connect to community services, document progress, and collaborate with professionals while maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with youth, especially those from at-risk backgrounds.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to work with diverse populations of staff, children, and families.
• Provide quality documentation, progress notes, and submitted within required deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Position requires insured reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual English/Spanish Speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• Build trusting relationships with youth and their families.
• Work with individualized support plans.
• Provide support, mentoring, and advocacy.
• Connect youth with community resources and services.
• Monitor and assess progress and adjust support strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with other professionals and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of services provided.

Skills

Youth engagement

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) is dedicated to empowering youth and fostering positive changes within our communities. We provide personalized support and advocacy to help youth people overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

Status: Part-Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Advocate to join our dynamic team. The Advocate will work closely with at-risk youth to provide guidance, support and resources aimed at improving their overall well-being and helping them navigate life challenges. Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Tattnall County are available.

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.

• Build trusting relationships with youth and their families
• Work with individualized support plans
• Provide support, mentoring, and advocacy
• Connect youth with community resources and services
• Monitor and assess progress and adjust support strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with other professionals and community organizations
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of services provide

All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.

This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, mileage and activity reimbursement.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience working with youth, especially those from at-risk backgrounds
• Knowledge of community resources and support services
• Ability to work with diverse populations of staff, children, and families in a collaborative and culturally sensitive manner.
• Provide quality documentation, progress notes, and submitted within required deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Position requires insured reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish Speaking) Applicants are a plus.

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Schedule,
• Weekly Pay
• Mileage and activity reimbursement

Join our supportive and collaborative work environment and make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth.

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 . Must be willing to travel to and from client's home and local activities

Behaviors

• 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
• 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

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