Description

The Youth Advocate guides foster youth through navigating the life skills necessary for a successful transition to adulthood, including graduation from high school. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of the agency.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Experience as a foster youth strongly preferred
• Prepared to work independently with flexible hours that may include evenings, weekends and holidays
• Proven documentation skills and intermediate level computer skills including all MS Office programs
• Adhere to all confidentiality requirements
• Ability to work in a mobile, fast paced environment.
• Ability to use a laptop computer
• Verbal and written ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, community partners, consumers and all levels of management
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and assignments effectively
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment within department and agency wide
• Fulfillment of background check clearance, and any other mandatory State/Federal requirements
• Valid California driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, can maintain a driving record acceptable to the agency’s insurance carrier
• Must provide and operate a registered, properly insured automobile

Essential Job Functions

• Adheres to all AmeriCorps and Cap Center guidelines.
• Provides transportation as necessary
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with agency and community partners
• Attends weekly staff meetings, consultation, and case management staff meetings as scheduled
• Accountable for independent time management
• Forms positive, constructive relationships with children and their families
• Maintains positive relationships with consumers and customers
• Identifies strengths, skills, and positive qualities in children and families
• Attends Program and other related trainings
• Assists in the social functions and events of the assigned Program
• Maintains accurate and timely records
• Seeks out clinical information and advice as needed
• Provides mentoring, homework assistance, and life skills support to assigned Foster Youth at school and/or residential setting
• Conducts life skills workshops and activities related to the Casey Life Skills Domains of Communication, Daily Living, Academics/Study Skills, Home Life, Self-Care, Social Relationships, Housing/Money Management, Career Planning, and Work Life
• Assists Site Supervisor in program implementation and evaluation
• Use and apply all training around Foster Youth and other topics, such as Conflict Resolution and Mandated Child Abuse Reporting

​Benefits

• Education Award (upon completion of service)
• Living allowance stipend
• Health insurance for member (if eligible)
• Loan forbearance
• Training opportunities for professional/personal growth, field experience, and networking.

To apply, please fill out our online Employment Application.