Youth and Young Adult Advocate

Brief Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Project/Program Supervisor, the Youth & Young Adult Advocate provides intensive case management services to youth currently and formerly in foster care; between the ages of 16 through 20 years old, in a 13‑county region.

• Provide intensive case management to address current and former foster youths’ transitional needs by engaging in program intakes, case planning, self‑sufficiency assessments, internal/external referrals, wraparound meetings, and face‑to‑face contact with clients on a consistent basis (minimum of quarterly basis).
• Submit referrals to assist youth in acquiring additional transitional services (housing, mental health, physical health, education, employment, transition coaching (mentorship), etc.) and annual events and programs (educational and job training programs and HAY Center events) from internal programs, partnering agencies, and community resources.
• Complete weekly and monthly case management reports as required by the PAL contract and submit them to the direct supervisor within a required time frame.
• Enter all required documentation in the agency case management database within a required time frame and maintain adequate case files and financial records.
• Submit requests for payment for youths who qualify for financial assistance to include senior expenses, college preparation expenses, bus cards, rental assistance, utility payments, food cards, and checks/reimbursements for other approved expenses.
• Participate in HAY Center events and Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) statewide and regional activities as required.
• Assist with Casey Life Skills assessment and Life Skills Training as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree majoring in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or other Behavioral or Social Science field from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of full‑time paid case management (including case documentation) experience working with youth in a social service setting.

• Reliable transportation with a valid State of Texas driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
• Ability to become CPR certified.

• Knowledge and understanding of adolescent/transition age youth stages of development.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Possess excellent organizational skills.
• Be detail‑oriented and self‑motivated.
• Interact with all levels of staff.
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Problem‑solve and demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Work with limited supervision and independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Interact and maintain professional working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Exercise flexibility, tact, and diplomacy.
• Be able to drive 15‑passenger van.

• Full‑time | Grant‑funded
• Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Some Saturdays)

• Based on 26 Pay Periods
• Plus, Mileage Reimbursement
• 3131 Gulf Freeway Houston, TX 77003

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.