We are currently seeking a Per Diem – Residential Youth Advocate for our Providence Place program located in Jersey City, NJ. (Will work 19 hours or less a week – hours/schedule will vary each week dependent on needs of the program.) Providence Place is a psychiatric community home for females, aged 15-17, referred from the State Children’s System of Care. JOB DESCRIPTION: Function as a coach, mentor, teacher and advocate for youth in the program, providing supervision and implementing program activities as directed Ensure that the program schedule, rules and regulations are maintained and that the safety and security of the youth and the facility are maintained at all times Complete all required documentation and reports as per program policies and procedures and licensing requirements Work with youth in a variety of situations- e.g. in the residents as well as in the community and/or manage many different types of household activities including cooking, cleaning, homework assistance etc. The job requires supervision and accountability for the care, safety and well-being of minors