Lead Credible Messenger Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. - 3.6 Danbury, CT Job Details Full-time $47,500 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Flexible schedule Pet insurance Qualifications Computer operation Resource identification in social services High school diploma or GED Driver's License Desktop applications Working with families Productivity software Experience working with families with children Working with youth

Full Job Description Status:

Full-Time Hourly FLSA classification: Non-Exempt Summary of the

Position :

The primary responsibility of the Lead Credible Messenger is to initialize, organize, plan, develop, and implement direct advocacy services to assigned clients and their families. All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent with experience working with target population. Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Knowledge of Community Resources Experience working with at-risk youth and families Strong communication and interpersonal skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Knowledge of Electronic health records systems (EHR) is a plus but not required. Positions require valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance coverage that will need to be provided. Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) skills are a plus.

Benefits Available :

Medical/Prescription Dental Vision Short Term Disability UNUM Supplement Insurance Employee Assistance Program Pet Insurance Paid time Off Holiday Pay 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan. Weekly Pay Direct Deposit Flexible Schedule Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability 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. Education Required High School or better Preferred Associates or better Bachelors or better

Skills Preferred Basic Computer Skills Bilingual/Spanish Speaking Behaviors Preferred Detail Oriented:

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated:

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Motivations Preferred Ability to Make an

Impact:

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.