Advocate

Summary of the Position

Hourly, part-time position serving youth and families throughout Schoolcraft County (Manistique City area) are available.

Hourly Rate: $16.00

Flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, mileage, and activity reimbursement.

• Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings.
• The 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.

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at‑risk youth.
• Ability to work with diverse populations of staff, children, and families in a collaborative and culturally sensitive manner.
• Provide quality documentation, progress notes, and submit them within required deadlines.
• Proficient computer skills required; knowledge of electronic health record systems (EHR) a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance required.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedule
• Weekly Supervision

Yes. Travel throughout Schoolcraft County and surrounding communities.

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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