Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. • Denver, CO

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About The Position

Hourly, part-time Advocate positions serving youth and families throughout Denver County are available. The Advocate must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings. The role provides direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families using a strength-based approach and the wrap-around model. Hours are flexible and non-traditional, including evenings and weekends. The position offers competitive weekly pay and activity reimbursement.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
• Experience working with at-risk youth.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Reliable insured transportation, a valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with an electronic health record system.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services for assigned participants and their families.
• Serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings.
• Develop service plans using a strength-based approach and the wrap-around model.

Benefits

• Voluntary dental insurance
• Voluntary vision insurance
• UNUM supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Pet insurance
• Weekly pay
• Direct deposit
• Flexible hours
• Activity reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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