Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking part-time advocates to support youth and families across Isabella County. The role involves direct advocacy in schools, communities, and homes with a wraparound, strength-based approach.

Flexibility in hours, competitive weekly pay, and mileage reimbursement are offered. Applicants should be dependable, positive role models and able to engage with diverse families and community resources.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of local resources.
• Experience with at-risk youth and families.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; EHR experience a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Evenings and weekends may be required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• All service plans are based on a strength-based wraparound model.
• Serve youth and families in schools, communities, and in homes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Bilingual (Spanish)

Microsoft Office

EHR experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) is a national nonprofit that provides community-based alternatives to youth incarceration and residential placement. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Harrisburg, PA, YAP partners with youth justice, child welfare, behavioral health, and education systems to deliver individualized, wraparound services that keep youth safely in their homes and communities.

YAP’s model focuses on building strong relationships with youth and families, connecting them to local resources, and supporting positive life outcomes through strength-based, culturally responsive approaches. Advocates work directly in the community to help participants develop skills, meet goals, and strengthen family and community connections

Status: Part-Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Isabella County,

• Applicants must be dependable, committed, and positive role model to serve youth and families in schools, communities, and in the homes.
• 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

Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Availability: Flexible, Non-Traditional Hours, Evenings and Weekends may be required.

Hourly Pay: $17.50 per hour

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
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Proficient Computer Skills and Microsoft Office, Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems is a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish) Speaking a plus.
• Required to have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance coverage.
• May be required to work evenings and weekends

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedule
• Mileage Reimbursement

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