Advocate
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Social Work
Youth Development, Community Support Services, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work
Status: Full Time Hourly
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Salary: $41,576
Schedule: Flexible Schedule; may require evenings and weekends.
Summary of the Position: Hourly, Full-Time position serving youth and families throughout Monroe County are available.
- Applicant 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.
Qualifications/Requirements- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
- Experience working with at-risk youth and families
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Experience using an electronic health record system is a plus.
- Ability to work flexible schedule, some evenings and weekends may be required.
- Ability to work non-traditional hours.
- Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage.
- Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.
- Medical/Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Paid time off
- State Sick Leave
- Holiday Pay
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule
- Direct Deposit
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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