Residential Youth Advocate - Per Diem - Saturdays Overnight

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark • Union City, NJ

1d • $18

About The Position

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking per diem Residential Youth Advocate for its Strong Futures program located in Union City, NJ. Strong Futures is a supportive transitional living program for males 18-21 who are homeless or aging out of the child welfare system. The Residential Youth Advocate (RYA) functions as a coach, mentor, teacher and advocate for youth in the program, providing supervision and implementing program activities as directed. He/she ensures that the programs schedule, rules and regulations are maintained and that the safety and security of the youth and facility are maintained at all times. The RYA completes all required documentation and reports as required. The job requires supervision and accountability for the care, safety, and wellbeing of youth. Schedule: Every other Saturday 6 PM - 8AM Overnight

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license
• A high school diploma or GED and 1 to 3 years of experience working with children in a group setting, such as a coach, mentor, teacher, or advocate for children; OR
• An associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field that is unrelated to social work or psychology and six months experience working with children in a group setting; OR
• An associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology or a related field

Nice To Haves

• experience in a residential setting working with adolescents and young adults

Responsibilities

• Functions as a coach, mentor, teacher and advocate for youth in the program
• Providing supervision and implementing program activities as directed
• Ensures that the programs schedule, rules and regulations are maintained
• Ensures that the safety and security of the youth and facility are maintained at all times
• Completes all required documentation and reports as required
• Accountability for the care, safety, and wellbeing of youth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees