Youth Advocate

Celebrating 40 years of standing with survivors, De Colores invites you to join a team of advocates and community leaders who have witnessed lives transformed and safety secured. We meet survivors where they are, helping them discover their strengths and regain their freedom, seeing generations heal, build new communities, and achieve goals like returning to school, opening businesses, creating art, and giving back.

Pay and Schedule

• $24 hourly
• Full-time position
• Includes holiday coverage and once-a-month on-call rotation

What Makes You a Great Youth Advocate

• Trauma-informed approach to working with families impacted by domestic violence
• Case management experience in crisis or high-needs environments
• General understanding of youth mental health and supportive interventions
• Ability to thrive in active, fast-paced settings and juggle multiple priorities effectively
• Clear communication skills and ability to build strong community connections
• Strong organizational skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to work varying schedules based on program needs
• Spanish/English bilingual speaking to best support clients

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, community-based supportive services and case management to at-risk youth in the community and youth residing at the De Colores shelter
• Coordinate and facilitate De Colores Youth Leadership Workshops, both onsite at the shelter and in community settings
• Develop and implement educational and prevention strategies that address the needs of youth and strengthen community awareness
• Design, lead, and administer meaningful educational and support groups for at-risk youth
• Research and identify community-based activities and services that De Colores youth and at-risk youth can access and benefit from
• Serve as an active and engaged member of the De Colores team, participating in program activities, staff and clinical meetings, planning, and collaborative problem-solving
• Maintain accurate and timely client records for all services provided
• Complete required training courses within established time frames
• Support program initiatives and organizational goals by contributing to meetings, planning processes, and special activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to work with families who have experienced domestic violence
• Experience providing case management services in a crisis environment
• Generalist knowledge in youth mental health treatment
• Excellent networking skills
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required; must be able to speak, read, write, and understand Spanish and English at a professional level
• Valid driver’s license, meets company’s motor vehicle record (MVR) standards, insurance eligibility, and compliance with all state and federal driving requirements
• Able to work a flexible schedule as needed per program requirements
• Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance card, CPR, and First Aid certification
• Must be 21 years of age
• Experience and commitment to working with multiethnic, multicultural, low-income populations
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, especially Microsoft Teams)
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills
• Proven ability to follow up and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in an active shelter environment with individuals experiencing traumas from domestic violence

Benefits

• Generous paid holidays
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection & Voluntary Benefits