Advocate

Summary

Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Roanoke County. Advocate must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the community, school, and home settings.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
• Develop and maintain good relationships, including setting professional boundaries with participants, colleagues, court personnel, community resources and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide services to support academic goals and court-involved youth.
• Communicate effectively with court-involved youth and relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively to ensure the safety of self and others.
• Provide quality documentation and progress notes submitted within required deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Services, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience working directly with youth and families in community, home, or school settings.
• Proficiency in Spanish considered a valuable asset but not required.
• Ability to work with diverse populations of staff, children, and families in a collaborative and culturally sensitive manner.
• General knowledge of client development, family dynamics, behavioral management techniques, and local community resources.
• Skills in effective communication, maintaining relationships with social service providers, and coaching/training youth in age-appropriate behaviors and problem solving.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage required.

Benefits

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

Status: Part-Time Hourly | FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt | Hourly Rate: $19.00