Per Diem Residential Youth Advocate - Strong Futures

Residential Youth Advocate

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking per diem Residential Youth Advocate for its Strong Futures program located in Union City, NJ. Strong Futures is a supportive transitional living program for males 18-21 who are homeless or aging out of the child welfare system.

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 programs 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.

Requirements:

• 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.

Agency Mission:
In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture. Rate: $17.50/hr