Job Title: Advocate

Company: Youth Advocate Programs (YAP), Inc.

Location: Saginaw, Michigan

Position Type: Part-Time

Compensation: $16.00 per hour

Travel Required: Yes -- Travel in personal vehicle throughout Saginaw County and surrounding areas.

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position

Youth Advocate Programs (YAP), Inc. is seeking dependable, committed, and positive role models to serve youth and families throughout Saginaw County.

This is a part-time, hourly position serving youth and families in schools, communities, and homes. 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 wraparound model.

This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services for assigned participants and their families.

Provide services to youth and families in schools, communities, and home settings.

Utilize a strength-based approach and wraparound service model.

Serve as a positive role model for youth and families.

Maintain effective communication with participants, families, and community partners.

Qualifications and Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Basic computer skills required.

Experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems is a plus.

Bilingual/Spanish speaking is a plus.

Valid driver's license required.

Reliable transportation required.

Current automobile insurance coverage required.

Benefits Available

Voluntary Dental Insurance

Voluntary Vision Insurance

UNUM Supplemental Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

State Sick Leave

Pet Insurance

Direct Deposit

Competitive Weekly Pay

Flexible Schedule

Mileage Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the U.S. Department of Labor.

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