Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking per diem Residential Youth Advocate for its Strong Futures program located in Union City, NJ. Strong Futures is a supportive transitional living program for males 18-21 who are homeless or aging out of the child welfare system.

The Residential Youth Advocate (RYA) functions as a coach, mentor, teacher and advocate for youth in the program, providing supervision and implementing program activities as directed. He/she ensures that the programs schedule, rules and regulations are maintained and that the safety and security of the youth and facility are maintained at all times. The RYA completes all required documentation and reports as required. The job requires supervision and accountability for the care, safety, and wellbeing of youth.

Schedule: Tuesday's-Thursday's 6am-10am

Overnight Position- Monday's-Thursday's 12am- 6am

Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license and one (1) of the following:
• A high school diploma or GED and 1 to 3 years of experience working with children in a group setting, such as a coach, mentor, teacher, or advocate for children;

OR

• An associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field that is unrelated to social work or psychology and six months experience working with children in a group setting;

OR

• An associate's or bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology or a related field

Preferred qualifications include experience in a residential setting working with adolescents and young adults.

Visit our website www.ccannj.com

Internal Applicants:

Current employees applying to open positions within the agency are required to fill out an agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form.

Agency Mission:

Catholic Charities as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark participates in the Church’s social mission by recognizing the inherent dignity and worth of all people and responding with sincere Christian compassion to the corporeal needs of the poor and marginalized. The service of Catholic Charities is inspired by faith in Jesus Christ, Sacred Scripture, and the continuing exposition of Catholic social teaching. Through these activities, Catholic Charities strives to assist individuals in need, strengthen families, and provide those it serves with an experience of God’s mercy.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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