Advocate

About the role

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 service plans based on a strength‑based approach using the wrap‑around model.
• Focus on supporting academic goals and court‑involved youth.
• Develop and maintain good relationships, setting professional boundaries with participants, colleagues, court personnel, community resources and other stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with court‑involved youth and relevant stakeholders (verbal and written).
• Collaborate independently and as part of a team to ensure safety of self and others.
• Provide quality documentation and progress notes within required deadlines.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Services, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working directly with youth and families in community, home, or school settings.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills considered a valuable asset but not required.
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a collaborative and culturally sensitive manner.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance coverage required.

Skills

• Effective communication.
• Maintaining relationships with social service providers.
• Coaching/training youth in age‑appropriate behaviors and problem solving.
• General knowledge of client development, family dynamics, behavioral management techniques, and local community resources.

Benefits

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

Pay

$19.00 per hour

Schedule

Minimum of 5 hours per week; evenings and weekends required.