Advocate

Youth-Advocate-Programs,-Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Vision

Short Term Disability

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Weekly Competitive Pay

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Advocate to deliver direct advocacy services for youth and their families in Alameda County. You will initiate and develop individualized service plans using a wrap-around approach and maintain strong partnerships with schools, communities, and families.

The role requires dependable, committed individuals who can serve as positive role models. Flexible hours, mileage reimbursement, and weekly pay are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience working with youth, especially those from at-risk backgrounds.
• Knowledge of community resources and support services.
• Ability to work with diverse populations of staff, children, and families in a collaborative and culturally sensitive manner.
• Provide quality documentation, progress notes, and submit within required deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with an electronic health record system is a plus.
• Position may require use of personal laptop and/or desktop computer.
• Position requires insured reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) applicants are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• Work with wrap-around model to base service plans on strengths.
• Serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings.
• Travel within service areas as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Independent work

MS Office

EHR experience

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Personal laptop/desktop

Job description

Flexible Schedule may require evenings and weekends.

Summary of the Position: Hourly, Full-time position serving youth and families throughout Alameda County is available.

• Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings.
• The primary responsibilities of the Advocates 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, mileage and activity reimbursement.
• Participants age range from 14-21 year of age
• Males are highly encouraged to apply!

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience working with youth, especially those from at-risk backgrounds
• Knowledge of community resources and support services
• Ability to work with diverse populations of staff, children, and families in a collaborative and culturally sensitive manner.
• Provide quality documentation, progress notes, and submitted within required deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Experience using an electronic health record system is a plus.
• Position may require use of personal laptop and/or desktop computer.
• Position requires insured reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish Speaking) Applicants are a plus.

Benefits Available:

• Medical/Prescription
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Weekly Competitive Pay
• Direct Deposit

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 within the service areas and county

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Basic Computer Skills

Intermediate

Some Knowledge

Behaviors

Preferred

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
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