Advocate na Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.

If you love working the community, making a difference in kid's lives, are motivated, and like to make your own schedule, we have the job for you. The age range of youth that we work with is approximately 14 to 21 years of age, helping them achieve individual goals.

Status: Part-Time Hourly                  FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position:  Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Maine are available.

• Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school, and home settings
• Primary Responsibilities of the Advocate are to initiate, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model
• Position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, and activity reimbursement.

Hourly Rate: $21.00

Mileage Reimbursement: $0.50/Mile 

Qualifications/Requirements: 

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources
• Experience working with at-risk youth
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite; familiarity using an electronic health record system is a plus.
• CPR/First Aid Certification is a plus
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.
• Reliable insurance transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required.

 Benefits Available: 

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Hours

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.