Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Part-time Youth Advocate to mentor and support youth and families across Clark County.

The role emphasizes a strengths-based, wraparound approach, flexible hours, and weekly pay, with opportunities to work evenings and weekends.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and passion for helping communities, with bilingual Spanish/English encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Strong communication, facilitation, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365; experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Flexible hours: Evenings and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a dependable mentor and positive role model for youth and families.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement individualized advocacy services and support plans tailored to youth and families.
• Build strong relationships with participants and families using a strengths-based, wraparound approach to promote resilience and positive outcomes.
• Position offers flexible hours, weekly pay, activity and mileage reimbursement.

Skills

Mentor

Communication

Facilitation

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Status: Part Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Clark County are available.

• Serve as a dependable mentor and positive role model, empowering youth to achieve success in their home, school, and community environments.
• Develop, coordinate, and implement individualized advocacy services and support plans tailored to the unique needs of youth and their families.
• Build strong relationships with participants and families while utilizing a strengths-based, wraparound approach to promote resilience, stability, and positive outcomes.
• Position offers flexible hours, weekly pay, activity and mileage reimbursement

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required
• Passion for supporting children, youth, and families through a strengths-based, family-centered approach.
• Strong communication, facilitation, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365; experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Flexible hours: Evenings and weekends may be required

Benefits Available:

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