Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout the Baltimore County 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, and mileage & activity reimbursement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience working in the community and knowledge of community resources
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite: experience using database electronic health record systems is a plus.
• Ability to work with diverse populations of staff, children, and families in a collaborative and culturally sensitive manner.
• Provide quality documentation, progress notes, and submitted within required deadlines.
• Positions requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage
• Able to work a flexible schedule (may require evenings and weekends)

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.

Benefits

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Weekly Pay
• Flexible Schedule
• Direct Deposit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED