Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) is a national nonprofit that provides community-based alternatives to youth incarceration and residential placement. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Harrisburg, PA, YAP partners with youth justice, child welfare, behavioral health, and education systems to deliver individualized, wraparound services that keep youth safely in their homes and communities. YAP’s model focuses on building strong relationships with youth and families, connecting them to local resources, and supporting positive life outcomes through strength-based, culturally responsive approaches. Advocates work directly in the community to help participants develop skills, meet goals, and strengthen family and community connections. Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time position serving youth and families throughout St. Lawrence County . 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: 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 wraparound model. Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement. Availability: Flexible, Non-Traditional Hours; Evenings and weekends may be required. Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour Qualifications / Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Associate's or Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Must be extremely organized. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be professional, flexible, and able to work independently. Flexible Schedule; available evenings and weekends. Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources. Proficient in basic computer skills and Microsoft Office; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) is a plus. Bi-Lingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus but not required. 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 (EAP) Pet Insurance State Sick Leave Plan 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Weekly Pay Direct Deposit Flexible Schedule Travel Required Yes. Travel throughout community to homes and schools. 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, 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. 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