Bilingual Youth Worker_JOR

National Youth Advocate Program•Lawrenceville, GA

24d

About The Position

The Youth Worker at La Jornada works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of families served by the National Youth Advocate Program by working closely with youth and families to provide advocacy and support toward targeted goals. The role provides leadership, support, and a safe, caring atmosphere for youth while helping them work toward identified goals. The Youth Worker prepares program activities and rooms, completes required documentation and training, and reports problems to the Out of School Coordinator. Work must be consistent with NYAP’s mission, values, and philosophies. The position may require frequent travel and driving, depending on program demands. NYAP offers 33 paid days off each year (11 holidays and 22 days of PTO), healthcare benefits for employees and their families, pet insurance, competitive salaries and benefits including a 401(k), summer hours with half-day Fridays and work-anniversary trips, mileage reimbursement, a phone allowance, student loan repayment assistance, CEUs, and ongoing training and education.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and interact effectively with minors.
Patience, empathy, and ability to provide emotional support to minors through various developmental stages.
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Previous experience and proficiency using office machines, including computers.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, automotive insurance, and a good driving record.
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
Proficiency using desktop and laptop computers, internet search, people management programs, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, and word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Sensitivity to cultural diversity.
Enthusiastic self-starter.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Responsibilities

Perform all work in a manner consistent with NYAP’s mission, values, and philosophies.
Develop a trusting, supportive relationship with youth and assist them in achieving identified goals.
Provide appropriate leadership to youth during the program.
Provide a warm, caring, and safe atmosphere for youth.
Report problems that arise to the Out of School Coordinator.
Prepare activities and rooms for the program.
Complete required training promptly in accordance with state, contract, and licensing agency standards.
Complete required documentation promptly.
Maintain a positive attitude toward youth, coworkers, families, and others involved with the program.
Perform other duties as assigned.