Youth Advocate

HOPE 4 Youth • Ramsey, MN

5h • $21 - $23

About The Position

HOPE 4 Youth is hiring a Youth Advocate to provide trauma-informed, youth-centered support at the HOPE 4 Youth Center. The role includes completing youth intakes, documenting services, and connecting young people to community referrals and essential resources. This is a regular part-time position working 19 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, mission-driven agency committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion across race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, nationality, and religion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with the MS Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Dependability, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Ability to maintain positive, healthy relationships with coworkers and contribute as a team player.
• Ability to take initiative, multitask, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation, and ability to meet HOPE 4 Youth's driving-record requirements. If the license was not issued in Minnesota, applicants must apply for a Minnesota driver's license or permit within 60 days of becoming a Minnesota resident.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in social work, human services, or a related field through education and/or professional experience.
• Previous experience working with youth ages 16–24.
• Previous experience with database management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Welcome everyone to the Center and ensure interactions are client-centered, harm-reduction focused, trauma-informed, and strength-based.
• Facilitate new youth intakes by reviewing the Youth Community Agreement, assisting with required paperwork, connecting youth to basic-needs services, and providing a guided Center tour.
• Collaborate with team members to support the smooth and effective delivery of basic-needs services for youth.
• Work with Youth Coordinators to provide referrals and connect youth to appropriate community resources and services.
• Provide logistical and operational support for planning and executing youth groups and special events.
• Uphold the Youth Community Agreement to maintain a safe, consistent, and supportive environment.
• Check in regularly with Center Support Staff for guidance on tasks, daily priorities, and Center operations.
• Record and maintain accurate documentation of services used by youth, including basic-needs services, case notes, and case-management hours.
• Answer phone calls and direct callers to appropriate staff or resources.

Benefits

• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST).
• Retirement plan with a 3% employer match and immediate vesting.
• Discounted tuition for bachelor's, master's, and doctorate programs at St. Mary's University for employees and their spouses.
• Professional development opportunities through St. Mary's University.
• Access to advancement opportunities, including internships, job placement, and field practice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED