Youth Advocate & Wraparound Specialist

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Voluntary Dental

Voluntary Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Flexible Schedule

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking part-time hourly staff to support individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors in the Berks CRP program. The role emphasizes dependability, advocacy planning, and wraparound service delivery.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, and be willing to work evenings and weekends. Bilingual skills are a plus. The organization emphasizes equal opportunity employment and a flexible scheduling environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources is desirable.
• Must be available evenings and weekends (Flexible, Non-Traditional Hours).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model for youth and maintain professionalism in interactions.
• Initiate, organize, plan, and implement direct advocacy services for assigned participants and families.
• Develop and execute service plans using a strengths-based wraparound model.
• Foster meaningful relationships with participants to support development and success.

Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking part-time hourly staff to support individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors in the Berks CRP program. The role emphasizes dependability, advocacy planning, and wraparound service delivery.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, be 18+, and be willing to work evenings and weekends. Bilingual skills are a plus. The organization emphasizes equal opportunity employment and a flexible scheduling environment.