Contingent Ancillary Services Treatment Advocate; Lima

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP); Lima (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Hands on experience

Flexible schedule

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) is seeking an Ancillary Services Treatment Advocate (contingent, non-benefits eligible) to work with adolescents, youth, and families, providing one-on-one advocacy and transportation support in the community.

The role offers an afternoon schedule, up to 19 hours per week, at $20 per hour, with mileage reimbursement and flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include interventions, service plan development, and crisis support as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree or enrollment in accredited program preferred; GED or HS Diploma required.
• Experience in child welfare preferred.
• Daily travel required with willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours if needed; Availability for after school hours and weekends.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Working, reliable telephone.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions, as needed, with client(s)while being transported to and from various appointments and visits throughout the community
• Participate in the development of the youth treatment/service plans as needed
• Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
• Provide PSR and/or TBS Services (Training Provided).
• Ability to engage clients; document conversations and outcomes and submit paperwork for billing.
• Identify outside resources and services in the community for youth development and goal attainment.
• Assist in family reunification efforts with the youths’ primary family or other permanent living arrangements.
• Assist in Crisis Situations (daytime, afternoon, evenings, overnights, and weekends).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Flexible schedule

Documentation

Transport coordination

Education

GED or HS Diploma required

Associate’s degree or enrollment in accredited program preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Database software

Job description

Compensation: $20 per hour

This is a Contingent position, non-benefits eligible, up to 19 hours per week, afternoons, Monday-Friday

Are you interested in a career in social services? Are you new to or have experience working in this field? Are you interested in the opportunity to work with youth and make a direct impact in the community?

Ancillary Services Treatment Advocates with National Youth Advocate Program work closely with adolescents, youth, and children as well as families and community partners, to provide one‑on‑one advocacy and support while transporting them to and from a destination.

Working at NYAP

• Mileage Reimbursement at $.54 cents per mile.
• Hands on Experience.
• Flexible Schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions, as needed, with client(s)while being transported to and from various appointments and visits throughout the community
• Participate in the development of the youth treatment/service plans as needed
• Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
• Provide PSR and/or TBS Services (Training Provided).
• Ability to engage clients; document conversations and outcomes and submit paperwork for billing.
• Identify outside resources and services in the community for youth development and goal attainment.
• Assist in family reunification efforts with the youths’ primary family or other permanent living arrangements.
• Assist in Crisis Situations (daytime, afternoon, evenings, overnights, and weekends).

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor’s Program preferred; GED or HS Diploma required.
• Experience in child welfare; preferred.
• Daily travel required with the willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non‑traditional hours if needed; Availability for after school hours and weekends.
• 18 years of age or older
• Working, reliable telephone.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Driving And Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.