Employment Specialist

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Mount Carmel Township (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a Part Time hourly professional to support individuals in our Developmental Disability Programs in Pennsylvania.

The role emphasizes self-determination, inclusion, and community participation aligned with the Office of Developmental Programs concepts. Candidates may hold a Bachelor’s in psychology or related field, or a related combination of degree and paid experience; strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field or
• Bachelor’s Degree in any major with one year paid experience
• Associate Degree or 60 credits with three years paid experience
• High School Diploma or GED with one year paid or volunteer experience
• ACRES Certification is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; EHR experience a plus
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and insurance
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in Developmental Disability Programs
• Promote Everyday Lives concepts and community involvement
• Collaborate with families and professionals to ensure person-centered plans

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Bachelor's degree in any major + 1 year paid experience

Associate degree or 60 credits + 3 years paid experience

High School Diploma or GED + 1 year paid/volunteer experience

ACRES Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

Job description

Status: Part Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Hourly Rate: $27.00

Schedule: Availability to work flexible hours; up to 40 hours per week. May include evenings and weekends

Summary of the Position: Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is invested in the belief of self-determination and positive approaches for all individuals that we serve in our Developmental Disability Programs. We follow the concepts set by the Office of Developmental Programs in Pennsylvania that defines *Everyday Lives as the personal with a disability having the support of the families and friends; individual decides how to live their lives; what supports they need; and how they want to spend their money in their individual budgets. The key components are accountability, choice, collaboration, inclusion, contributing to the community, control, freedom, individuality, mentoring, quality, relationships, safety, stability, and success. *Everyday Lives excerpt from 1991 Everyday Lives Booklet.

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or a related field OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in any other major with one year of paid experience OR
• Associates Degree or 60 completed college credits with three years of paid experience working with young adults and/or adults or
• High School Diploma or GED and one-year experience paid or volunteer, working with young adults and/or adults
• ACRES Certification is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

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

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