Advocate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Mileage reimbursement

Activity reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a part-time hourly advocate to serve youth and families across Roscommon County. You will initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services with wraparound support, in community, school, and home settings.

The role offers flexible hours, mileage and activity reimbursements, and a $17.50 hourly rate. Evening and weekend work may be required, with travel across the county.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Proficient computer skills and MS Office are required.
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• Base service plans on a strength-based approach using the wraparound model.
• Provide advocacy services to youth and families in community, school, and home settings.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Youth outreach

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Roscommon County are available.

• 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.

This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, mileage reimbursement, and activity reimbursement.

Hourly Rate: $17.50 per hour

(Part Time position with flexible hours; non-traditional - evenings and weekends may be required.)

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office is required. Experience using an Electronic Health Record System is a plus.
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.
• Flexible; non-traditional hours that may include evenings and weekends.

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit
• 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 community to homes and schools

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Novice

Basic Computer Skills

Novice

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

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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