Job Description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) is a national nonprofit that provides community-based alternatives to youth incarceration and residential placement. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Harrisburg, PA, YAP partners with youth justice, child welfare, behavioral health, and education systems to deliver individualized, wraparound services that keep youth safely in their homes and communities.

YAP’s model focuses on building strong relationships with youth and families, connecting them to local resources, and supporting positive life outcomes through strength-based, culturally responsive approaches. Advocates work directly in the community to help participants develop skills, meet goals, and strengthen family and community connections

Status: Part-Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Isabella County,

Applicants must be dependable, committed, and positive role model to serve youth and families in schools, communities, and in the homes.
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

Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Availability: Flexible, Non-Traditional Hours, Evenings and Weekends may be required.

Hourly Pay: $16.00 per hour

Qualifications/Requirements:

Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources
Experience working with at-risk youth and families
Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Proficient Computer Skills and Microsoft Office, Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems is a plus
Bilingual (Spanish) Speaking a plus.
Required to have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance coverage.
May be required to work evenings and weekends

Benefits Available:

Voluntary Dental
Voluntary Vision
UNUM Supplemental Benefits
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Direct Deposit
Weekly Pay
Flexible Schedule
Mileage Reimbursement

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

About Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.

A national high-impact nonprofit with global partnerships that provides community-based services as an alternative to youth incarceration and child welfare and behavioral health placements.

Youth Advocate Programs (YAP), Inc. is committed to equal employment and program opportunities with a work/program environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All decisions at YAP are based on business and program needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, relationship status, military service, family or parental status, 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.

YAP reserves the right to block senders of content, comments, images, etc. that are inconsistent with our mission.

Industry

Nonprofit & NGOs

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Headquarters

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Year Founded

1975

Website

yapinc.org

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