Advocate
About The Position
Full-Time Hourly Advocate position serving youth and families throughout Philadelphia area 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, mileage and activity reimbursement.
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 in a community-based setting.
- Proficiency using computers, Microsoft Office 365.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required.
Nice To Haves
- Associates or Higher is preferred.
- Knowledge of Electronic Health Record Systems (EHR) is a plus.
- Bilingual (Spanish) speaking is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
- Utilize a strength-based approach and the wrap-around model for all service plans.
Benefits
- Medical/Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability UNUM
- Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- Paid time off
- Holiday Pay
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Weekly Competitive Pay
- Mileage and activity reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
