Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Roscommon County 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
- 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 reimbursement, and activity reimbursement.
Hourly Rate: $17.50 per hour
(Part Time position with flexible hours; non-traditional - evenings and weekends may be required.)
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources
- Experience working with at-risk youth and families
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office is required. Experience using an Electronic Health Record System is a plus.
- Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance.
- Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.
- Flexible; non-traditional hours that may include evenings and weekends.
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- State Sick Leave
- 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.