Who We Are:

National Youth Advocate Program has been serving communities and clients since 1978 and we continue to grow each year. Our growth allows us to expand and develop new and innovative programs to meet the ever-changing needs of those we serve. We offer unique and personalized services for families and individuals in four areas: Prevention/Intervention, Positive Youth Development, Out-of-Home-Placement and Reunification/Permanency.

We know you are compassionate and dedicated to serving your clients and communities and NYAP is dedicated to providing support to those who join our team! We look for individuals that are ready to make a direct impact and are excited to be an instrument in supporting the needs of our children, youth and families.

Position Overview

Summary

The Youth Advocate works to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the families being served by the National Youth Advocate Program by working closely with the youth and family to provide advocacy and support towards targeted goals; including providing transportation to the families and youth being served by the National Youth Advocate Program for placement, appointments, meetings, and family visits.

Hours: 30 to 15 Hours; Flexible Schedule

Responsibilities

• Perform all work in a manner consistent with the National Youth Advocate Program’s mission, values, and philosophies.
• Transport children, youth and families to family visits, multi-disciplinary meetings, appointments, placements, court hearings and other events as requested.
• Provide mentoring to parents.
• Support youth through tutoring and homework support.
• Support team and youth with supervised visitations.
• Arrive timely for all scheduled transports and follow transportation schedule as detailed.
• Ensure children and youth are transported according to prescribed safety protocols, including use of child safety restraints.
• Respond to emergencies and crises at the direction of the supervisor.
• Document all activities in a timely manner including logging mileage and hours worked.
• Assist in scheduling and arranging appointments.

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Associate’s Degree in social services with experience in child welfare is preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
• Reliable transportation
• Vehicle used to transport successfully passes safety inspection
• A minimum of $100,000/$300,000 liability insurance on vehicle used for transportation
• Working, reliable telephone
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing

Other Skills

• Openness to travel
• Openness to work non-traditional hours
• Possess a sincere interest in assisting the youth

If this describes YOU, please apply today!

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Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

Our organization was established in Ohio and is now in 10 states. We continue to expand and develop new and innovative programs for our communities and families. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes major medical, dental, vision, 401K, student loan assistance and generous paid time off. If YOU can envision it; WE can DO it! The possibilities are endless!

The person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.