Youth Advocate

Youth Advocate

Full Time

POSITION:Youth Advocate

REPORTS TO: Shelter Manager

LOCATION: Victorville, CA

HOURS: We are looking to fill a full-time and a part-time shelter advocate position. Hours will fluctuate based on needs of clients, evenings, graveyards and weekends will be required.

HOURLY RATE: Range is $18 – $20 an hour, depending on Experience. After successfully passing probation period, benefits will include: paid sick and vacation time, paid holidays, plus optional employee health insurance plan.

BASIC DUTIES: The Youth Advocate is expected to provide nurturing care and management of youth in every living requirement. Duties include but not limited to: completing intake and discharge paperwork, supervising recreational activities, supervising and helping with daily chores, participating in group outings, coordinating with volunteers, and maintaining client files.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Must be able and willing to provide emergency hot-line counseling and suicide prevention support
• Supervise clients/volunteers in a positive, caring manner to make sure staff work together as a cohesive group
• Maintain confidentiality at all times regarding client and staff files and information about clients and/or staff
• Supervise, monitor and mentor youth clientele in a professional manner, in accordance with licensing (refer to Title 22) and policies of the agency; client safety is a priority and clients must be accounted for all times
• Facilitate groups with clients assigned by Shelter Manager
• Answer phones, take messages/make calls: follow up, referrals, parents / guardians

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a genuine respect for and interest in youth and their families.
• Ability to put into practice all aspects of Positive Youth Development (training will be provided) and demonstrate respect for client’s rights and safety.
• Former Foster Youth is a plus, but must be at least 21 years old.
• Must attend orientation
• Ability to complete the required training and incorporate the techniques taught
• Must be able to pass CPR and First Aid Training
• Pass a physical and a TB Test.
• Pass a background check, and be open and honest about any convictions
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle with a valid registration and insurance, have a good driving record, and be willing to travel between offices and units during the workday.
• Must be 21 of age or older
• Have received at least the first dose of Covid-19 vaccination at employment time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Victorville, CA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Victorville, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person