JDAPP Youth Advocate

Job Description

Job Description

JDAPP Youth Advocate 

This role directly supports justice-involved youth enrolled in the Detention Alternative Pilot Program (DAPP) in accordance with the MOU with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office.

Position Details

• Status: Non-Exempt
• Reports To: DAPP Program Supervisor and Site Manager
• Schedule: Approximately 37.5 hours per week
• Compensation: $50,000
• Employment Type: Full-Time, At-will

Position Summary

The DAPP Youth Advocate provides direct support to program participants through mentoring, transportation, attendance monitoring, and engagement during structured programming.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mentoring and youth support aligned with program goals
• Assist in ensuring participants meet weekly service hour requirements:
  • 3 hours CBT
  • 3 hours mentoring
  • 14 hours structured programming
• Provide transportation to and from program activities as assigned
• Support attendance tracking and daily reporting
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with participants

Transportation Requirement

This role requires:

• Valid driver’s license
• Safe, reliable vehicle
• Proof of auto insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 / $300,000
• Ability to transport youth participants

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth or community-based programs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to youth development and accountability