Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 25,196 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance

Flexible Hours

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a dedicated part-time Advocate to support youth and families across Colorado. This role emphasizes the importance of being a dependable role model while implementing advocacy services tailored to clients' needs. The position offers flexible hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and have experience in community engagement. Join a forward-thinking team committed to empowering youth through positive interactions and support.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED and reliable transportation.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources is important.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement advocacy services.
• Serve as a positive role model for youth in various settings.

Skills

Dependability

Community Engagement

Role Modeling

Bi-lingual/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Transportation

Job description

Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: This hourly, part-time position serves youth and families throughout Aurora, Commerce City, Northglenn, Frederick, Ft. Lupton, Longmont, Lakewood, Thornton, Littleton, Centennial, Denver, Greeley (Adams, Weld, and Jefferson County).

• 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 clients 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.
• Partial mileage reimbursement available.
• Bi-lingual/Spanish speaking is preferred but not required.

Pay: $18.29 to $19.00 per hour

Mileage Reimbursement

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Bi-lingual/Spanish speaking is preferred but not required.
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage.

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance 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.

Application Deadline: 3/6/2024

Travel Required

Yes. Service area throughout Adams, Weld, Jefferson Counties.