Youth Advocate

Job DetailsJob Location

• Martinsburg,
• WV 25401Position
• Type:
• Part
• TimeEducation
• Level:
• High
• SchoolTravel
• Percentage:
• Road
• WarriorJob
• Category:
• Nonprofit -
• Social
• ServicesYouth
• Advocate/
• Ancillary
• Services
• Hours: Part time 29 hours or less, must be flexible for traditional and non-traditional schedule
• Compensation: $20 per hour. Are you interested in a career in social services? Are you new to or have experience working in this field? Are you a student or recent graduate seeking experience in mental and behavioral health? This position is a direct, hands-on opportunity with great flexibility. Ancillary Services Treatment Advocates with National Youth Advocate Program work closely with adolescents, youth, and children as well as families and community partners, to provide one-on-one advocacy and support while transporting them to and from a destination. Working at NYAP
• Flexible Schedule
• Hands on Experience
• Paid Mileage Responsibilities
• Provide interventions, as needed, with client(s)while being transported to and from various appointments and visits throughout the community
• Participate in the development of the youth treatment/service plans as needed
• Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
• Provide PSR and/or TBS Services (Training Provided).
• Ability to engage clients; document conversations and outcomes and submit paperwork for billing.
• Identify outside resources and services in the community for youth development and goal attainment.
• Assist in family reunification efforts with the youths’ primary family or other permanent living arrangements.
• Assist in Crisis Situations (daytime, afternoon, evenings, overnights, and weekends).

Minimum Qualifications