Employment Instructor

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive weekly pay

Activity reimbursement

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking an Employment Instructor to support students in the Summer Work Program through the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR).

The role offers flexible hours, a weekly pay schedule, and activity reimbursement, with hourly rates of $30 face-to-face and $17 non-face-to-face. Qualifications include a preferred Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience with at-risk youth, plus strong communication and organizational skills to help participants

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; High School or GED required.
• Minimum one year of paid experience with young adults and at-risk youth.
• Experience with vocational rehabilitation or working with individuals with disabilities is a plus.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources is desirable.
• Familiarity with job development, job coaching, and employment support is a plus.
• Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Employer Engagement - meet with local employers to build relationships.
• Participant Support - guide participants through their employment journey.
• Job Proposal Preparation - help prepare employment proposals and negotiate opportunities.
• Compliance - ensure activities comply with regulations and standards.
• Skills Development - provide training to enhance job readiness and interviewing skills.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization skills

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school or GED required

Job description

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

Summary of the Position: Employment Instructor provide comprehensive support for students participating in the Summer Work Program through the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR).

Required daytime hours to support youth during the summer work programming.

• Employer Engagement - Proactively reach out to and meet with local employers to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships
• Participant Support - Foster supportive and trusting relationships with program participants, guiding them through their employment journey.
• Job Proposal Preparation - Assist in putting together employment proposals and negotiating job opportunities that align with participant's skills and career goals.
• Compliance - Ensure all activities and processes comply with relevant regulations and standards.
• Skills Development - Provide training to enhance participant's job readiness and interviewing skills, preparing them for successful employment.

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

Hourly Rate: $30 per hour face-to-face and $17.00 per hour non-face to face

Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor’s degree is preferred. High School or GED required.

• Minimum one year of paid experience working with young adults and at risk youth.
• Previous experience working with vocational rehabilitation or working with individuals with disabilities is a plus.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Familiarity with job development, job coaching, and employment support a plus.
• Strong communications skills
• Excellent organization skills, ability to multi-task, and maintain compliance.
• Problem-Solving skills to address challenges.

Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage.

Benefits Available:

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Competitive 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.