Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Schedule

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking part-time hourly staff to support individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors in the Berks CRP program. The role emphasizes dependability, advocacy planning, and wraparound service delivery.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, and be willing to work evenings and weekends. Bilingual skills are a plus. The organization emphasizes equal opportunity employment and a flexible scheduling environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources is desirable.
• Must be available evenings and weekends (Flexible, Non-Traditional Hours).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model for youth and maintain professionalism in interactions.
• Initiate, organize, plan, and implement direct advocacy services for assigned participants and families.
• Develop and execute service plans using a strengths-based wraparound model.
• Foster meaningful relationships with participants to support development and success.

Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Status:Part Time Hourly FLSA classification:Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or challenging behaviors are available in the Berks CRP program.

• Serve as a positive role model for youth by demonstrating dependability, commitment, and professionalism in interactions.
• Initiate, organize, plan, and implement direct advocacy services for assigned participants and their families.
• Develop and execute service plans based on strengths-based approach using the wraparound model.
• Foster meaningful relationships with participants to support their development and success across various environments.
• This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Must be extremely organized
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Must be professional, flexible, and have the ability to work independently
• Must be available evenings and weekends (Flexible, Non-Traditional Hours)
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage.
• Bilingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Schedule
• Weekly 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.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Novice

Strong Communication Skills

Intermediate

Basic Computer Skills

Novice

Behaviors

Preferred

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.

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