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Lead Credible Messenger

Job in Danbury, Fairfield County, Connecticut, 06813, USA
Listing for: Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-22
Job specializations:
  • Social Work
    Human Services/ Social Work
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 56000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 56000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Summary of the Position
:
The primary responsibility of the Lead Credible Messenger is to initialize, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned clients and their families. All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent with experience working with target population.
  • Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Community Resources
  • Experience working with at-risk youth and families
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of Electronic health records systems (EHR) is a plus but not required.
  • Positions require valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance coverage that will need to be provided.
  • Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) skills are a plus.

Benefits Available
:

  • Medical/Prescription
  • Vision
  • Short Term Disability
  • UNUM Supplement Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Paid time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
  • Weekly Pay
  • Direct Deposit
  • 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.

Travel

Required

Yes . Travel throughout Hartford and Surrounding Areas

Qualifications Skills
Preferred
Basic Computer Skills

Novice

Novice

Behaviors
Preferred
Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations
Preferred
Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education
Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Associates or better.

Bachelors or better.

Experience Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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 Department of Labor.

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