Assistant Director - Youth Advocate Programs : Job Details

The Assistant Director position is responsible for supporting the Program Director with hiring and training new employees, motivating, and providing supervision of staff, and communicating weekly performance to the Director.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing intakes, coordinating client staffing to manage the delivery of client service hours, and ensuring compliance with all YAP and referring authority requirements.
• Providing direct service and coverage, including availability to support staff and families, as well as group work.
• Utilizing knowledge of child welfare systems, mental health practices, juvenile justice systems, and budgetary concepts.
• Demonstrating creativity and pro-active planning.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred, or commensurate experience in community-based agency programs.
• At least one-year of previous experience in managing personnel and budgets.
• Experience with at-risk youth, probation, court liaison, etc. is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is highly preferred.

Benefits Available

• Medical/Prescription.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• Short Term Disability.
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Pet Insurance.
• Paid time Off.
• Holiday Pay.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Weekly Pay.
• Direct Deposit.

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.