About this opportunity
Youth Advocate Programs lists this Advocate opportunity in fort wayne, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Elkhart County - Fort Wayne are 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
Hourly Rate: $18.00
Availability: Flexible Hours; May requires some evenings and weekend.
Qualifications/Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
Experience working with at-risk youth
Proficiency in computer skills; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) is a plus.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage. (must be able to provide an Auto Declaration document)
Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus.
Benefits Available: Voluntary Dental
Voluntary Vision
UNUM Supplemental Insurance
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
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.
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Worksite address
fort wayne, IN, 46804, US
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