Bilingual Youth Advocate & Support Specialist

NASW Virginia; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Paid days off (11 holidays + 22 PTO

Healthcare benefits for you and family

Pet insurance

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Phone allowance

Student loan repayment assistance

CEUs and ongoing trainings/education

Summer hours off

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) seeks a Youth Worker/Transportation for La Jornada to help families and youth achieve targeted goals. You will work closely with youth, provide advocacy and support, and coordinate program activities in a caring, safe environment.

You will interact with youth to build trust, offer leadership, and ensure strong results while completing required trainings and maintaining documentation. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with minors.
• Patience, empathy and ability to provide emotional support to youths.
• Flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Interact with youth to develop trusting, supportive relationships and help achieve goals.
• Provide youth with appropriate leadership during the program.
• Create a warm, caring, safe atmosphere for youth and coordinate program activities.
• Complete required trainings and documentation in a timely manner.
• Report issues to the Out of School Coordinator and assist with logistics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patience and empathy

Flexibility

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) seeks a Youth Worker/Transportation for La Jornada to help families and youth achieve targeted goals. You will work closely with youth, provide advocacy and support, and coordinate program activities in a caring, safe environment.

You will interact with youth to build trust, offer leadership, and ensure strong results while completing required trainings and maintaining documentation. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are essential.