Youth Advocate

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YMCA of the USA
Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Full-time

Help youth and families with available resources through programming geared towards personal growth, connected families, and self advocacy

The Youth Service Bureau has an opening for a Youth Advocate beginning Nov. 2019. This position will work directly with individuals and families involved in social service programs geared towards developing comprehensive action plans that provide resources and support to foster growth and success.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Develop and complete action plans that help assigned families in finding resources to support their established goals such as securing transportation to appointments, and how to advocate for themselves.
  • Maintain weekly phone contact, bi-weekly face-to-face sessions, and home visits with each family assigned to caseload.
  • Assist the YSB-SOCAP team in developing and maintaining contacts and relationships with significant community youth service agencies, counseling agencies, juvenile courts, schools, churches and other groups and programs, which can be helpful to the family.
  • Participate as an active team member of the SAFE PLACE program, carry the safe place crisis phone during a scheduled 5-7 day period each month, and respond as needed.
  • Keep timely and accurate records of assistance provided to youth and families through the various YSB programs, and make computer entries on a weekly basis.
Educational Background: 
Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • At least 3 years of social service experience in juvenile delinquency intervention, social work, or case management is preferred.
  • Must have excellent written, verbal, presentation, and communication skills. Bilingual abilities are preferred.
  • Competent in Microsoft Office Products or the equivalent.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to have a flexible work schedule that includes some evenings and weekends. Must be able to carry the Safe Place Cell Phone for a scheduled 5-7 day period per month period, and respond to calls as needed.
  • Possess a high degree of judgment, confidentiality, and resourcefulness required to arrive at sound decisions.Ability to work with individuals regardless of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, or marital status
Compensation/Benefits: 

Starting Salary Range: $33,000-$38,000

  • Health and dental insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Vision discount program (provided through health insurance)
  • Life insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Opportunity for voluntary participation in 403B
  • Retirement plan funded by 12% employer contribution(401C) upon eligibility
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Career Development and Training
  • Free YMCA Family Membership
  • Many free and discounted programs
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Wellness Plan
  • Expense reimbursement
How to Apply: 

https://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/details/40019

Job Function: 
Advocacy / Lobbying

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Aug 20 2019
Active Until: 
Sep 21 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit