About this opportunity
Youth Advocate Programs lists this Advocate opportunity in gardiner, Maine. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
If you love working the community, making a difference in kid's lives, are motivated, and like to make your own schedule, we have the job for you. The age range of youth that we work with is approximately 14 to 21 years of age, helping them achieve individual goals.
Status: Part-Time Hourly
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Maine 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
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.
Hourly Rate: $21.00
Mileage Reimbursement : $0.56/Mile
Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources
Experience working with at-risk youth
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic Computer Skills
CPR/First Aid Certification is a plus
Bi-Lingual/Spanish Speaking is a plus
Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance coverage is required.
Benefits Available: Voluntary Dental
Voluntary Vision
UNUM Supplemental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Pet Insurance
Competitive 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.
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Worksite address
gardiner, ME, 04345, US
Who can apply
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