National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)
Youth Advocate
National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP), Vienna, West Virginia, United States, 26105
Position Summary
The Youth Advocate works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families being served by the National Youth Advocate Program by working closely with the youth and family to provide advocacy and support toward targeted goals; this includes providing transportation to the families and youth for placement, appointments, meetings, and family visits.
Location: Vienna, WV Salary: $20 hourly
Working at NYAP
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
22 days off each year
11 paid holidays per year
Student loan repayment assistance
Tuition assistance
Friday Summer hours
Work anniversary trips
Mileage reimbursement
Peace Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
Responsibilities
Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
Transport children, youth, and families to visits, multidisciplinary meetings, appointments, placements, court hearings, and other events as requested.
Arrive timely for all scheduled transports and follow the transportation schedule as detailed.
Ensure children and youth are transported according to prescribed safety protocols, including use of child safety restraints.
Respond to emergencies and crises at the direction of the supervisor.
Document all activities in a timely manner including logging mileage and hours worked.
Assist in scheduling and arranging appointments.
Perform other duties as requested.
Minimum Qualifications
18 years of age or older.
Vehicle used for transport passes safety inspection.
Working, reliable telephone.
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
Other Skills
Openness to travel.
Openness to work non-traditional hours.
Possess a sincere interest in assisting the youth.
Driving And Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable personal transportation.
Good driving record.
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
If this describes YOU, please apply today! www.nyap.org/employment
Who We Are National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and continues to grow each year. We expand and develop new programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve, offering unique and personalized services for families and individuals in Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
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The Youth Advocate works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families being served by the National Youth Advocate Program by working closely with the youth and family to provide advocacy and support toward targeted goals; this includes providing transportation to the families and youth for placement, appointments, meetings, and family visits.
Location: Vienna, WV Salary: $20 hourly
Working at NYAP
Competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k)
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
22 days off each year
11 paid holidays per year
Student loan repayment assistance
Tuition assistance
Friday Summer hours
Work anniversary trips
Mileage reimbursement
Peace Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
Responsibilities
Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
Transport children, youth, and families to visits, multidisciplinary meetings, appointments, placements, court hearings, and other events as requested.
Arrive timely for all scheduled transports and follow the transportation schedule as detailed.
Ensure children and youth are transported according to prescribed safety protocols, including use of child safety restraints.
Respond to emergencies and crises at the direction of the supervisor.
Document all activities in a timely manner including logging mileage and hours worked.
Assist in scheduling and arranging appointments.
Perform other duties as requested.
Minimum Qualifications
18 years of age or older.
Vehicle used for transport passes safety inspection.
Working, reliable telephone.
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.
Other Skills
Openness to travel.
Openness to work non-traditional hours.
Possess a sincere interest in assisting the youth.
Driving And Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver’s license.
Reliable personal transportation.
Good driving record.
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
If this describes YOU, please apply today! www.nyap.org/employment
Who We Are National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and continues to grow each year. We expand and develop new programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve, offering unique and personalized services for families and individuals in Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
Additional Information Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) by 2x Get notified about new Youth Advocate jobs in Vienna, WV.
Corrections Case Manager-DHS-DCR-Wood County Youth Reporting Center-Wood Co. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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