Residential Advocate – Temporary, Part-Time -E Avenues Youth

Pay

$23.00 per hour.

Friday and Saturday overnights, 10pm – 8am (20 hours a week) through January 1, 2027.

1220 SW Columbia Street, Portland, OR.

Are you eager to be a part of the change and care that supports youth in our community? Do you have experience that could be an assurance and lift for young people facing houselessness to help them with the skills and resources to lead healthy, independent lives? New Avenues for Youth seeks a compassionate and resilient Residential Advocate to join our Moxie Transitional Housing team.

As a Residential Advocate, you’ll be a consistent and intentional guide for youth navigating difficult paths. Your unique perspective, experience, and resilience will foster opportunity and empower young people to be more prepared and resourced to move through challenging moments and reach their unique goals.

Make an Impact:
Provide consistent support, guidance around resources, and advocacy.

Thrive in a Supportive Team:
Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are celebrated.

At New Avenues for Youth, we envision a community where all young people thrive. We recognize historical inequities and intersecting forms of oppression that create barriers. We are unwavering in our commitment to dismantling these barriers and fostering a truly equitable space where every voice is heard and valued.

• Experienced:
  You have faced and overcome challenges related to substance use, mental health, and/or houselessness. Your experience is a source of strength and fuels your compassion and care.
• Compassionate Listener:
  You offer empathy without judgment, creating a safe space for young people to share their stories and struggles.
• Reliable Advocate:
  You are committed to showing up consistently, building trust, and following through on your promises to young people.
• Growth-Oriented:
  You embrace continuous learning, seeking new knowledge and skills to better support yourself and the youth you serve.
• Equitable:
  You understand how systemic oppression impacts the lives of youth in programs and the systems that you will support them in navigating. You approach this world with humility and a deep sense of growth and learning.

• Be a Mentor and Guide:
  Build genuine connections with youth, share relevant and intentional experiences to instill confidence and build trust.
• Empower Through Advocacy:
  Help young people navigate complex systems, access resources, collaborate and coordinate with other providers, and make informed decisions about their own recovery journey.
• Support Growth and Learning:
  Lead and participate in life skill groups and individual support meetings that foster connection and personal development.
• Document the Journey:
  Maintain accurate and timely records, ensuring that our programs have the data they need to thrive and continue serving those who need it most.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Any candidate deemed viable for this position based on resources and resume submission will be contacted to participate in a screen interview to discuss interest and job compatibility. Of those screened, advancing candidates will be asked to participate in a subsequent interview or interviews to evaluate job qualifications and interest further. From this process, a hiring selection will be made. New Avenues for Youth is an equal opportunity employer.

If you’re ready to use your desire to ignite hope and inspire change, we encourage you to apply today by simply clicking on the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this screen and attach your resume and cover letter.

New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.