Youth & Family Advocate — Flexible Hours, Weekly Pay

Youth-Advocate-Programs,-Inc.; Paris (ME); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; 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

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a part-time Advocate to serve youth and families across Oxford County.

The role emphasizes dependable, positive role-model leadership in community, school, and home settings, with direct advocacy planning and wraparound service delivery. Responsibilities include organizing and implementing direct services, documenting progress notes, and coordinating with social service providers.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of one year of experience with working directly with youth and families in community, home, or school settings.
• Provide quality documentation, progress notes, and submitted within required deadlines.
• General knowledge of client development, family dynamics, behavioral management techniques, and local community resources.
• Skills in effective communication, maintaining relationships with social service providers, and coaching/training youth in age-appropriate behaviors and problem solving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; 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 (Spanish Speaking) is a plus.
• Flexible Schedule - May require evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.
• Serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings.

Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Some Knowledge

Some Knowledge

Basic Computer Skills

Detail Oriented

Dedicated

Motivations

Ability to Make an Impact

Education

High School or better

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is seeking a part-time Advocate to serve youth and families across Oxford County.

The role emphasizes dependable, positive role-model leadership in community, school, and home settings, with direct advocacy planning and wraparound service delivery. Responsibilities include organizing and implementing direct services, documenting progress notes, and coordinating with social service providers.