Parent Recovery Advocate

Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Summary of the Position: Flexible, hourly part-time position working with Adults and individuals whose problematic substance use issues have led to their involvement with the child welfare system. The Parent Recovery Advocate helps parents to achieve the goals in their individualized Recovery Wellness Plan through connecting them to resources, modeling, coaching, information gathering, liaising, and communicating with other supports, providing transportation, strengthening parenting and other skills, providing crisis support and assistance with safety planning, and other supportive services provided in the person’s home and community. All service plans are holistic (addressing multiple life domains), strength-based, and developed and implemented by using our YAP Wrap model. The Recovery Advocate is specially trained by YAP in substance use and recovery. Experience with substance use recovery professionally or personally/relationally (if in personal recovery, must have at least two years of sobriety) preferred. Parenting/Child Care experience a plus. Hourly Rate: $19.00 per hour Qualifications/Requirements High school diploma or equivalent, Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience with substance use recovery professionally or personally/relationally (if in personal recovery, must have at least two years of sobriety) preferred. Parenting/Child Care experience a plus. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to maintain ethical boundaries and demonstrate empathy and respect for individuals served. Must be comfortable working within homes and communities at various times of day. Possess excellent verbal and written communication, technology and interpersonal skills. Must be professional, flexible, and can work independently. Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage. Benefits Available: Voluntary Dental Voluntary Vision Employee Assistance Program 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Pet Insurance 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 Application Closes: March 1, 2026 Travel Required Yes . Travel throughout community and to homes Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.