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Advocate at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.

Lakewood Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

19.25

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Advocacy, Case Management, Youth Mentoring, Community Outreach, Strength-based Approach, Wrap around model, Microsoft Office Suite, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Time Management, Planning, Organization

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Summary of the Position: Hourly, part-time position serving youth and families throughout Ocean County is available. * Applicant must 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 and activity reimbursement Qualifications/Requirements: * High School Diploma or GED is required. * Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources. * Experience working with at-risk youth * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance coverage is required. * Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus. Benefits Available: * Voluntary Dental * Voluntary Vision * UNUM Supplemental Insurance * Employee Assistance Program * State Sick Leave * 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan * Weekly Pay * Direct Deposit * Flexible Schedule 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 Advocate is responsible for initiating, organizing, and implementing direct advocacy services for assigned participants and their families. They must serve as a positive role model while utilizing a strength-based, wrap-around service model in community and home settings.