Advocate at V-HEAL GmbH

Bath, Maine, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mentorship, Advocacy, Community Engagement, Youth Development, Role Modeling, Service Planning, Strength-Based Approach, Wrap Around Model, Communication, Computer Skills, Reliable Transportation, CPR/First Aid, Bilingual (Spanish Speaking)

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

If you have a passion for community engagement, making a difference the lives of young people from 14-21 years of age, are self- motivated, and like to make your own schedule, we have the job for you. Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Summary of the Position: This is an hourly, part-time position providing mentorship and advocacy for youth and families throughout Bath * The ideal candidate will be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings. * The Primary responsibilities of the Advocate are to 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. * This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, mileage ($0.50/mile), and activity reimbursement. Hourly Rate: $21 per hour Qualifications/Requirements: * Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent is required. * Prior experience in community work and knowledge of community resources. * Experience working with at-risk youth * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer skills is highly preferred; knowledge of electronic health record systems (EHR) is a plus. * CPR/First Aid Certification is a plus * Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus * Position requires reliable transportation, driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage. Benefits Available: * Voluntary Dental * Voluntary Vision * UNUM Supplemental Insurance * Employee Assistance Program * 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan * Pet Insurance * Weekly Pay * Flexible Schedule * Direct Deposit 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.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities involve initiating, organizing, planning, developing, and implementing direct advocacy services for assigned participants and their families based on a strength-based, wrap-around model. This hourly, part-time position provides essential mentorship and advocacy for youth aged 14-21 and their families throughout the specified locations.