Advocate

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

Summary of the Position:  Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Osceola are available.

• Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school, and home settings.
• The Primary responsibilities of the Advocate are to initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participant and their families.
• All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.      

Availability: Flexible Schedule; Non-Traditional Hours with afternoons/early evenings and weekends may be required.

Position offers weekly pay, mileage and activity reimbursement.

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
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required. 
• Travel will be part of the position (Travel within local county and community to homes and school) and must be willing to transport in personal vehicle.
• Flexible Schedule - May be required to work afternoon, evening and weekend hours based on school and family schedules.
• Bilingual/Spanish Speaking is a plus. 

Benefits Available: 

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