Youth Advocate Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school education or GED.
• Demonstrated ability to work with troubled youth.
• Pass a physical examination and have a current TB health card.
• Hold a current Arkansas driver’s license and have an excellent driving record.
• Display leadership skills.
• Be competent in assessing clients’ needs.
• Practice and model conflict-resolution skills.
• Model accountability, respect, and trust with clients and staff.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Follow the OCC code of ethics.
• Ability to collect and analyze data to improve program outcomes.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity to OCC clients, families, and their socioeconomic characteristics.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of experience in residential care of children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise residents’ daily care while modeling advocacy and mentorship.
• Model and teach accountability, respect, trust, and appropriate behavior related to shelter rules and guidelines.
• Restrain youth when necessary, subject to required Handle With Care training and applicable policy guidelines for seclusion and restraint.
• Assist with transporting residents as needed to carry out their case plans.
• Supervise ACT2, enrichment activities, visitation, meals, and chores.
• Document residents’ behavior at the end of each shift by submitting shift notes in the electronic medical record; complete incident reports when applicable.
• Complete incident report forms as required.
• Participate in staff meetings and training as required.
• Prepare meals as needed in accordance with planned menus and maintain records for the National School Lunch Program, including Point of Service.
• Follow OCC medication administration policies and procedures when designated as the medication administrator for a shift.
• Offer active listening and support during crises or difficult moments.
• Help residents with homework or academic needs and encourage goal setting.
• Teach skills such as time management, conflict resolution, and personal hygiene.
• Lead physical, creative, or social activities that encourage teamwork and health.
• Perform designated client headcounts at 15-minute intervals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PTO
• Insurance benefits
• Retirement benefits