Paraprofessional​/Advocate

Harris County, TX 4120 Directors Row Suite D Houston, TX 77092, USA

Status: Part Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of the Position: YES Waiver Paraprofessional/ Advocate provides support services in a variety of home and community based settings to children and adolescents with severe emotional disturbances to contribute to their community functioning and assist them in avoiding institutionalization.

• The services include skilled mentoring and coaching, supporting the Waiver participant in preventing and managing behaviors that create barriers to inclusion in community activities and supporting the participant in achieving independence and integration into the community.
• The Advocate is responsible for accurately documenting services, attending Wraparound Team meetings as needed, and communicating participant progress to supervisors, team members, and the referring authority.
• All services are delivered in compliance with the YES Waiver Policy and Procedures Manual, YAP Standards and all state and federal regulations governing the delivery of service.

Qualifications/Requirements: A minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.

• Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.

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

• Voluntary Dental
• Voluntary Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit
• Competitive Weekly Pay
• 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.

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