Youth Care Advocate – In-Home Support

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Vision

Short Term Disability

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking Direct Care Workers to provide hands-on supervision, support, transportation, and personal care to youth in-home, in temporary housing, or community settings.

You will help youths meet individualized goals, assist with daily living activities, document care in EHR systems, and collaborate with families, schools, and social services to promote safety and stability. Flexible schedules and travel within Camden area are available; bilingual skills are highly

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates or higher preferred.
• 1 year of experience working with youth or related populations preferred.
• CNA/CHHA or similar certification preferred.
• Medication administration experience preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Experience in home health, residential treatment, or community-based human services.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office) required.
• Experience with_EHR_systems is a plus.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, support, transportation, personal care, and stabilization to youth.
• Assist youth with activities of daily living and individualized service goals.
• Deliver skill-building services and support within home, residential, or community settings.
• Administer medications where licensed and appropriate.
• Promote safety, stability, independence and community integration.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Basic computer skills

Experience with youth

Medication administration knowledge

CPR/First Aid certification

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHR systems

Job description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking Direct Care Workers to provide hands-on supervision, support, transportation, and personal care to youth in-home, in temporary housing, or community settings.

You will help youths meet individualized goals, assist with daily living activities, document care in EHR systems, and collaborate with families, schools, and social services to promote safety and stability. Flexible schedules and travel within Camden area are available; bilingual skills are highly