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Youth Support Specialist

2 months ago

New York, New York, United States National Youth Advocate Program Full time

Job Summary

The National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Treatment Advocate to join our team. As a Treatment Advocate, you will work closely with adolescents, youth, and children, as well as families and community partners, to provide one-on-one advocacy and support while transporting them to and from various appointments and visits throughout the community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide interventions, as needed, with client(s) while being transported to and from various appointments and visits throughout the community.
  • Participate in the development of the youth treatment/service plans as needed.
  • Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
  • Provide PSR and/or TBS Services (Training Provided).
  • Ability to engage clients; document conversations and outcomes and submit paperwork for billing.
  • Identify outside resources and services in the community for youth development and goal attainment.
  • Assist in family reunification efforts with the youths' primary family or other permanent living arrangements.
  • Assist in Crisis Situations (daytime, afternoon, evenings, overnights, and weekends).

Requirements

  • Associate's degree, Bachelor's Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor's Program; preferred; GED or HS Diploma required.
  • Experience in child welfare; preferred.
  • Daily travel required with the willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours if needed; Availability for after school hours and weekends.
  • 21 years of age or older.
  • Working, reliable telephone.
  • Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

  • Valid driver's license.
  • Reliable personal transportation.
  • Good driving record.
  • Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.