Truancy Advocate

Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part-Time Truancy Advocate position working in the Truancy Plus Advocate program as part of a truancy intervention program that is adaptable to specific needs of schools, and with students involved in truancy intervention programs with developmental disabilities and/or challenging behaviors are available.

* Advocates 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 participants and their families.
* All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.
* Working with students and/or juveniles that are at high-risk of expulsion or suspension, failing at school due to problems at home, present behavioral problems, returning from juvenile detention, truant, experience school phobia or bullying issues, involved in substance abuse, or emotionally or developmentally challenged.

This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Hourly: $16.50

Qualifications/Requirements: Associates Degree is required.

* Must be extremely organized.
* Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Must be professional, flexible, and can work independently.
* Must be available evenings and weekends.
* Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.

Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage

Bi-Lingual is a plus

Benefits Available:

* Voluntary Dental
* Voluntary Vision
* UNUM Supplemental Benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance 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.