Part Time Ancillary Services Treatment Advocate; Cuyahoga County

National Youth Advocate Program • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

Ancillary Services Treatment Advocates with National Youth Advocate Program work closely with adolescents, youth, and children as well as families and community partners, to provide one-on-one advocacy and support while transporting them to and from a destination. This is a part time position offering up to 29 hours per week. We are seeking candidates who can offer flexible weekday availability, including morning hours that align with school schedules, as well as availability on weekends. Are you interested in a career in social services? Are you new to or have experience working in this field? Are you interested in the opportunity to work with youth and make a direct impact in the community?

Requirements

• GED or HS Diploma required
• Daily travel required with the willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours if needed
• Working, reliable telephone
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor’s Program preferred
• Experience in child welfare; preferred
• Flexible weekday and weekend availability preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions, as needed, with client(s)while being transported to and from various appointments and visits throughout the community
• Participate in the development of the youth treatment/service plans as needed
• Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
• Provide PSR and/or TBS Services (Training Provided).
• Ability to engage clients; document conversations and outcomes and submit paperwork for billing.
• Identify outside resources and services in the community for youth development and goal attainment.
• Assist in family reunification efforts with the youths’ primary family or other permanent living arrangements.
• Assist in Crisis Situations (daytime, afternoon, evenings, overnights, and weekends).

Benefits

• Mileage Reimbursement at $.54 cents per mile.
• Hands on Experience.
• Flexible Schedule.

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