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Job Description
If you have a passion for community engagement making a difference the lives of young people from 1421 years of age are self motivated and like to make your own schedule we have the job for you.
Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA Classification: NonExempt
Summary of the Position: This is an hourly parttime position involves serving youth and families across multiple counties in Maine.
- The ideal candidate will be dependable committed and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in community school and home settings.
- The Primary responsibilitiesof 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 strengthbased approach using the wrap around model.
- This position offers flexible hours competitive weekly pay mileage $0.50/mile) and activity reimbursement.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Prior experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
- Experience working with atrisk youth
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Basic Computer SKills
- CPR/First Aid Certification is a plus
- BiLingual/Spanish Speaking is a plus
- Reliable transportation a valid drivers license and current automobile insurance coverage is required.
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Competitive weekly pay
- Flexible Schedule
- Direct Deposit
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.
Employment Type
Full Time
