Overnight Youth Advocate & Family Support Specialist

National Youth Advocate Program; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

22 days off per year

11 paid holidays per year

Student loan repayment assistance

Tuition assistance

Friday Summer hours

Mileage reimbursement

Peace Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program in Chicago seeks a Youth Engagement Specialist to work overnight with youth and families, developing treatment/service plans and connecting them with community resources.

You will review progress with supervisors, complete required documentation, and engage with youth to build trust and support goals. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 2 years’ experience working directly with youth and families preferred.
• Must be alert after hours with excellent listening and speaking skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with youth to meet service needs and objectives of the treatment plan.
• Identify community resources not available through internal services.
• Participate in developing youth treatment/service plans with families and agencies.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Listening skills

Speaking skills

Communication with youth

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in social services preferred

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database software

Office equipment operation

Mobile devices

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program in Chicago seeks a Youth Engagement Specialist to work overnight with youth and families, developing treatment/service plans and connecting them with community resources.

You will review progress with supervisors, complete required documentation, and engage with youth to build trust and support goals. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.