Coordinator - Rapid Response Coordinator

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

A community outreach organization in Winter Park, Florida, is seeking a part-time Coordinator to serve as an Outreach Liaison for youth and families. This role requires building relationships to ensure safety, providing support for behavior issues, and connecting families with community resources. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for a degree in a related field and experience in crisis stabilization. Flexible hours and competitive pay are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year of crisis stabilization experience preferred.
• Reliable, insured transportation, current auto insurance coverage, and a valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships to provide solution-focused support for behavior issues.
• Attend Diversion Staff meetings and court hearings to prevent youth from entering care.
• Respond to cases with emergency needs and report information immediately to promote stabilization.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Crisis stabilization experience

Bilingual (Spanish speaking)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field

Job description

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Status: Part‑time Hourly FLSA classification: Non‑Exempt

Summary of the Position

The Coordinator will be a positive Outreach Liaison to youth and family members in the community, building relationships to ensure the safety of youth and families and addressing behavior issues with a solution‑focused approach. The role includes flexible, face‑to‑face service hours with youth and families.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships to develop a plan that ensures the safety of youth and families, providing solution‑focused support for behavior issues.
• Work closely with CPI’s to prevent youth from entering care, attend Diversion Staff meetings and court hearings, and connect youth and families with community resources and crisis stabilization providers.
• Respond appropriately to cases with emergency needs and report all information immediately to the supervisor and diversion specialist to promote stabilization.
• Help families identify resources or support persons needed beyond program discharge, encouraging the development of linkages.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year of crisis stabilization experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable, insured transportation, current auto insurance coverage, and a valid driver’s license required.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.

Benefits Available

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Competitive 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, 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.