Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Montgomery Village, Greenbelt (MD, MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Weekly Pay

Activity Reimbursement

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. in Montgomery Village, MD is seeking an hourly, part-time Advocate to serve youth and families across Montgomery County and surrounding areas.

The role offers flexible hours with competitive weekly pay and activity reimbursement, requiring dependable, community‑minded individuals who can work with at‑risk youth. A high school diploma or GED is required, and bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience using an electronic health record system is a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and automobile insurance coverage is required.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Dependable

Committed

Positive role model

Experience with at-risk youth

Experience in community work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic health record system

Job description

Montgomery Village, MD
Montgomery Village, MD, USA

Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Montgomery County Area and Surrounding Areasare 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 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:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience using an electronic health record system is a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and automobile insurance coverage is required.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.

Benefits Available:

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

Travel Required

Yes . Travel throughout county to communities, homes, and schools.

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