Job Description

Status : Full-Time Hourly FLSA classification: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the CTC Advocate is to initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct services to assigned participants and their families. The CTC Advocate will be responsible for conducting at least one group a day and the implementation of programs day treatment schedule which focuses on cognitive restructuring and teaches youth how to replace irrational/antisocial thinking with pro-social thoughts. Individual will be working in a site-based day treatment program. Skill trade knowledge is a plus, i.e. carpentry, gardening, maintenance, culinary, electrical, mechanical, etc. Evenings are required.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for group facilitation.
• Assist participants with continuum of care treatment goals.
• Design and implementation of individualized program plan, assess the needs of the participants and maintain service records, communicate with appropriate individuals regarding the participants and prepare written communications including discharge reports.
• Ensure that each assigned participants is receiving an appropriate dosage level of group curriculum.
• Assist participants/families with transportation as needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Associates degree or bachelor's degree preferred.

• Experience with youth and families involved in the Juvenile Justice System.

Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance coverage.

Benefits Available :

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM supplemental benefits
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee assistance program

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, genetic characteristics, or disability unrelated to job performance or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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