Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage/activity reimbursement

State Sick Leave

Direct Deposit

Flexible hours

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. seeks compassionate part-time Advocates to support youth across Essex County. The role involves mentoring and empowering families, with flexible hours and competitive pay. Candidates should be reliable, committed, and passionate about making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associates in Social Work or related preferred.
• Prior experience working with youth and families is strongly preferred.
• Bi-Lingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support youth and families by navigating challenges in various environments.
• Implement advocacy services and develop service plans based on a strength-based approach.
• Build trusting relationships and connect families with essential services.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma

Associates or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Education

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

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We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals for hourly, part-time Advocate positions serving youth and families throughout Essex County.

Role

As an Advocate, you will play a vital role in supporting young people across community, school, and home environments. We’re looking for individuals who are:

• Reliable and committed to making a positive impact
• Strong role models who can inspire and guide youth
• Passionate about empowering families and fostering growth
  
  

Status: Part-Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time position serving youth and families throughout Essex County available.

• Youth Advocate serves as a mentor, supporter, and resource for young people and their families, helping them navigate challenges in school, home, and community environments. This role focuses on building trusting relationships, promoting positive youth development, and connecting families with essential services.
• Advocates work closely with schools, social service agencies, and community partners to ensure that youth have the support they need to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
• Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school, and home settings
• 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 mileage/activity reimbursement

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related is preferred.
• Prior experience working with youth and families in community, school, and home settings is strongly preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to engage effectively with youth, families, and professionals.
• Reliable and able to work independently
• Basic computer skills; Experience working in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) is a plus.
• Bi-Lingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Position requires reliable transportation, current driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
  
  

Benefits Available

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Pet Insurance
• State Sick Leave
• Direct Deposit
• Competitive weekly pay
• Flexible hours
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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