Advocate

6 months ago


New York, United States Youth Advocate Programs Full time

Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families in New York City 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

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

Hourly Rate: $19.00 

Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.

Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources

Bi-Lingual/Spanish is preferred but not required.

Males are Highly Encouraged to Apply

Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage.

Benefits Available:

Voluntary Dental Voluntary Vision UNUM Supplemental Insurance Employee Assistance Program State Sick Leave 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


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