Employment Specialist

Youth Advocate Programs•Towanda, PA

About The Position

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is invested in the belief of self-determination and positive approaches for all individuals that we serve in our Developmental Disability Programs. We follow the concepts set by the Office of Developmental Programs in Pennsylvania that defines Everyday Lives as the personal with a disability having the support of the families and friends; individual decides how to live their lives; what supports they need; and how they want to spend their money in their individual budgets. The key components are accountability, choice, collaboration, inclusion, contributing to the community, control, freedom, individuality, mentoring, quality, relationships, safety, stability, and success. Everyday Lives excerpt from 1991 Everyday Lives Booklet. Availability to work flexible hours up to 40 hours per week. Flexible Hours - May be non-traditional with evenings and weekends

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or a related field OR Bachelor’s Degree in any other major with one year of paid experience OR Associates Degree or 60 completed college credits with three years of paid experience working with young adults and/or adults or High School Diploma or GED and one-year experience paid or volunteer, working with young adults and/or adults
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage