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Youth Advocate Programs

Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Lakewood, New Jersey, United States, 08701

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Advocate

Job Category: Frontline Direct Service Location: Lakewood, NJ 08701, USA Travel Required: Yes Job Details

Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Ocean/Burlington County 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 Qualifications/Requirements: A minimum high school diploma or GED is required. Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources. Applicants should be comfortable using computer programs such as Microsoft Office. Efficient written and verbal communication skills. 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 State Sick Leave 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Weekly Pay 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.