Youth Advocate I-Utica
$18.50/h-$24.00/h
Hillside Family of Agencies2 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeEntry
Summary
Hillside Family of Agencies is seeking a Youth Advocate I to join their team in Utica, NY. The role involves providing support and mentoring services to students in the Hillside Work Scholarship Connection program.
About the Role
As a Youth Advocate I, you will assist in identifying and selecting youth for the HWSC program, maintain an active caseload, meet regularly with students to review their academic progress, connect them with tutoring services, and support their transition from high school to various post-graduation pathways. You will develop Individualized Graduation Plans, build relationships with students and families, provide referrals to community services, and ensure effective communication with parents and teachers.
About You
Required:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant work, volunteer or higher education experience in human services, childhood or youth development, student mentoring, coaching adolescent youth, or related field required.
- Unrestricted, valid NYS driver’s license for minimum of 1 year with a clean driving record.
Preferred:
- Associate's Degree in a relevant field and minimum 1 year of relevant experience required.
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field required.
Benefits
- $1,500 sign-on bonus for Youth Advocates.
- Competitive pay rate ranging from $18.50 to $24.00 based on experience.
Hillside Family of Agencies
Hillside provides integrated services that support the behavioral health, education and workforce-development needs of a diverse community of youth, adults and families throughout Central and Western New York, and in Prince George's County, Maryland. To learn more about Hillside, join our team and support our mission, visit Hillside.com.
Utica, NY