Advocate
About The Position
This is an hourly, part-time position providing mentorship and advocacy for youth and families throughout Portland, South Portland, Westbrook, and Biddleford. The ideal candidate will be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in 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 ($0.50/mile), and activity reimbursement.
Requirements
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Prior experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
- Experience working with at-risk youth
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and computer skills is highly preferred; knowledge of electronic health record systems (EHR) is a plus.
- Position requires reliable transportation, driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
Nice To Haves
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Bilingual (Spanish Speaking)
Responsibilities
- initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families
Benefits
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Weekly Pay
- Flexible Schedule
- Direct Deposit
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
