Reunification Advocate

Status: Full Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Annual Salary: $

Summary of the Position: Hourly Full Time position serving youth and families throughout OntarioCounty are available.

• Applicant must be dependable committed and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community school and home settings.
• The 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.

This position offers flexible hours competitive weekly pay and activity reimbursement.

Availability: Non-Traditional; Flexible Hours available.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 is a plus. Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) System is a plus.
• Ability to work flexible schedule some evenings and weekends may be required.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours.
• Position requires reliable transportation valid drivers license and current automobile insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.

Benefits Available:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off
• State Sick Leave
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Pet Insurance
• 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.