Advocate
Job in
Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York, 12603, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Youth Advocate Program Inc
Part Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Youth Development, Community Health -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Youth Development, Community Health, Non-Profit / Outreach, Volunteer / Humanitarian
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position:
Hourly, Part Time positions serving youth and families throughout Dutchess County are available.
* Advocate must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the 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.
* This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay and activity reimbursement.
* Flexible schedule - may be required to work evenings and weekends
Hourly Rate: $ 20.00 per hour
Qualifications/Requirements:
* A minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
* Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
* Experience working with at-risk youth
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred. Experience using an electronic health record (EHR) system is a plus.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance coverage is required.
* Bi-Lingual/Spanish Speaking is a plus.
* Evenings and Weekends may be required.
Benefits Available:
* Voluntary Dental
* Voluntary Vision
* UNUM Supplemental Benefits
* 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
* Pet Insurance
* Employee Assistance Program
* Direct Deposit
* Weekly Pay
* Flexible Schedule
* NY State Sick Leave
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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