Youth Advocate

Capsa • Logan, UT

9h

About The Position

Join Our Mission as a Youth Advocate at CAPSA! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families? At CAPSA, we're on a mission to create safe homes, empower survivors, and end domestic violence in our community. As a Youth Advocate , you'll play a vital role in helping children and their families heal, grow, and thrive. What You'll Do: Advocate for Kids : Provide trauma-informed support to youth ages birth to 17, helping them build confidence, emotional regulation, and life skills. Collaborate with Parents : Work closely with parents to align youth goals with family goals, creating cohesive and supportive experiences. Lead Fun & Impactful Groups : Organize engaging lesson plans and activities for children's groups, ensuring learning is fun and meaningful. Be a Community Connector : Serve as CAPSA's go-to resource for youth services in Cache and Rich Counties, building strong partnerships and advocating for families. What We're Looking For: A bachelor's degree in social work, childhood development, or a related field is preferred-but passion and experience matter most! At least 2 years of experience working with children in social services, education, or crisis settings. Strong communication and problem-solving skills, plus a flexible, can-do attitude. A commitment to CAPSA's mission, vision, and philosophy of empowerment. Spanish Speaking is a required for this role. Why Join CAPSA? Be Part of a Bigger Purpose : Your work will directly support survivors and their families on their journey to safety and healing. Professional Growth : Access training opportunities to expand your skills in trauma-informed care and advocacy. Dynamic Environment : No two days are the same, and your contributions will have a lasting impact on children, youth, and families. This full-time role offers flexible hours, including evening shifts to accommodate group sessions. If you're ready to join a caring, driven team working to change lives, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working with children in social services, education, or crisis settings.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, plus a flexible, can-do attitude.
• A commitment to CAPSA's mission, vision, and philosophy of empowerment.
• Spanish Speaking is a required for this role.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in social work, childhood development, or a related field is preferred-but passion and experience matter most!

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed support to youth ages birth to 17, helping them build confidence, emotional regulation, and life skills.
• Work closely with parents to align youth goals with family goals, creating cohesive and supportive experiences.
• Organize engaging lesson plans and activities for children's groups, ensuring learning is fun and meaningful.
• Serve as CAPSA's go-to resource for youth services in Cache and Rich Counties, building strong partnerships and advocating for families.

Benefits

• Be Part of a Bigger Purpose : Your work will directly support survivors and their families on their journey to safety and healing.
• Professional Growth : Access training opportunities to expand your skills in trauma-informed care and advocacy.
• Dynamic Environment : No two days are the same, and your contributions will have a lasting impact on children, youth, and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time