Employment Specialist

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; New Albany (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; 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

Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a part-time hourly position in Pennsylvania with flexible hours, including possible evenings and weekends. The role requires strong communication skills and experience in related fields, with a preference for bilingual Spanish speakers.

A valid driver's license and transportation are required, and benefits include several voluntary coverage options. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field or an equivalent combination of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or a related field
• Bachelor’s Degree in any other major with one year of paid experience
• Associates Degree or 60 completed college credits with three years of paid experience
• High School Diploma or GED and one-year experience paid or volunteer, working with young adults and/or adults
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Experience using an electronic health record system is a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus
• Requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Bilingual Spanish

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor’s in psychology or related field

Bachelor’s in any field + 1 year paid experience

Associates degree or 60 credits + 3 years paid experience

High School Diploma or GED + 1 year experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic health record system (EHR) experience

Job description

Status: Part Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

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.

Availability to work flexible hours up to 40 hours per week.

Flexible Hours - May be non-traditional with evenings and weekends

Qualifications/Requirements

• 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
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Experience using an electronic health record system is a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus
• Requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage

Benefits Available

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• 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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