Overview
Advocate Jobs in Chicago, Illinois, USA at Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
Location: Chicago Cook Co (W Ave)
9415 S Western Ave
Suite 240
Chicago, IL 60643, USA
Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of Position: Hourly, Part-Time positions serving youth and families throughout Chicago are available.
Advocate 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.
Qualifications/Requirements: Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
Bi-Lingual/Spanish is preferred but not required.
Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current automobile insurance coverage.
Benefits Available:
Voluntary Dental
Voluntary Vision
UNUM Supplemental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance 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.
Travel
Required
Yes. Transporting youth to activities throughout service areas.
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Title: Advocate
Company: Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.
Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact (Community Health, Youth Development, Non-Profit / Outreach)
