Youth Advocate - Residential
About The Position
Are you someone who cares deeply about helping young people succeed? Do you enjoy advocating for others and guiding them toward a brighter future? If you’re looking for meaningful work with real impact, OHB may be the perfect place to grow your career. At OHB, our team is committed to supporting youth with compassion, dignity, and respect. As a Youth Advocate , you’ll help young people build essential life skills in education, health, housing, relationships, and employment. You will be a steady, encouraging presence—someone they can rely on during pivotal moments in their lives. Youth Advocates guide clients through daily routines, including preparing for school, participating in recreational activities, cooking, completing household tasks, and establishing healthy evening routines. Along the way, you’ll provide coaching, positive reinforcement, structure, and consistency, helping create an environment where youth can learn, grow, and thrive. What You’ll Do Support youth in developing key life skills Guide clients through daily activities and routines Provide positive reinforcement, coaching, and structure Create a safe, uplifting environment that promotes growth Collaborate with team members to ensure client success Serve as a positive role model and advocate Available Schedules Wednesday :4pm–10pm Thursday: 8am–6pm Friday: 10am–10pm Saturday: 10am–10pm Compensation & Benefits Starting Wage: $16.50–$18.50 per hour Weekend shift differentials Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Free meals available in the dining hall Paid holidays, PTO (vacation and sick leave) What We’re Looking for Must be 21+ years old High school diploma or equivalent At least 2 years of related experience (or equivalent education/experience) Understanding of youth behaviors and willingness to work flexible hours Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent under stress Ability to implement motivational systems positively Basic first aid knowledge; CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations Valid driver’s license , good driving record, and current auto insurance Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening Join a Team That Changes Lives If you’re ready to use your strengths to empower youth and make a meaningful impact every day, we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
- Must be 21+ years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 2 years of related experience (or equivalent education/experience)
- Understanding of youth behaviors and willingness to work flexible hours
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent under stress
- Ability to implement motivational systems positively
- Basic first aid knowledge; CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations
- Valid driver’s license , good driving record, and current auto insurance
- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening
Responsibilities
- Support youth in developing key life skills
- Guide clients through daily activities and routines
- Provide positive reinforcement, coaching, and structure
- Create a safe, uplifting environment that promotes growth
- Collaborate with team members to ensure client success
- Serve as a positive role model and advocate
Benefits
- Weekend shift differentials
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Free meals available in the dining hall
- Paid holidays, PTO (vacation and sick leave)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
