Per Diem Residential Youth Advocate - Strong Futures

Residential Youth Advocate (Per Diem)

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking a per diem Residential Youth Advocate for its Strong Futures program located in Union City, NJ
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The Residential Youth Advocate (RYA) functions as a coach, mentor, teacher, and advocate for youth in the program, providing supervision and implementing program activities as directed. He/she ensures that the program's schedule, rules, and regulations are maintained and that the safety and security of the youth and facility are maintained at all times. The RYA completes all required documentation and reports as required.

The job requires supervision and accountability for the care, safety, and wellbeing of youth.

• A valid driver’s license and one (1) of the following:
• A high school diploma or GED and 1 to 3 years of experience working with children in a group setting, such as a coach, mentor, teacher, or advocate for children;
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field that is unrelated to social work or psychology and six months experience working with children in a group setting;
• An associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology or a related field;

Preferred qualifications include experience in a residential setting working with adolescents and young adults.

Rate: $17.50/hr