Status: Part-Time Hourly
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of Position: Hourly Part-Time Advocate positions serving youth and families throughout Dallas County are available.
- Advocate 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
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Basic computer skills. Knowledge with Electronic Health Records (EHR) is a plus.
- Position requires reliable transportation valid drivers license and current automobile insurance coverage.
- Bilingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Direct Deposit
- Competitive 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.