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Job description
Youth Advocate - TAG Program
Make a Difference. Build Connections. Support Youth.
The Old Colony Y is looking for a caring, energetic, and dependable Youth Advocate to join our Family Based Services team!
In this role, you will work directly with youth in a therapeutic after-school setting, at home, at school, and in the community. You will build meaningful relationships while helping youth develop confidence, coping skills, independence, and positive connections within their families, schools, and communities.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with teens, building relationships, being active in the community, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people.
What You Will Do
Mentor and support youth through individualized services
Provide therapeutic after-school support, behavior management, and crisis intervention
Help youth develop daily living, social, school, and community skills
Support youth and families through challenging situations
Connect youth and families with helpful community resources
Participate in family meetings, team meetings, trainings, and community activities
Document services, incidents, and progress accurately
Advocate for youth and help them work toward their individual goals
Position Details Part-time: 25 hours per week
Typical schedule: Monday, Wednesday and every other Friday 2pm-6:30pm. Tuesday, Thursdays and every other Friday 12pm-6:30pm.
Some flexibility with scheduling
Primarily serving the Brockton and Taunton areas
$20/hour starting wage
Mileage reimbursement provided for program-related transportation
CORI/SORI
Drug test
Driving record review
Bachelor's degree preferred
One year of direct human services experience, which may include part-time, volunteer, or internship experience
Must be 21 years of age or older
Valid driver's license and insurance
Reliable personal vehicle and willingness/comfort transporting youth
Ability to communicate effectively with youth, families, schools, and community partners
Worksite address
brockton, MA, 02411, US
Who can apply
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