Job Title
Advocate
Company
Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP)
Job Category
Frontline Direct Service
Requisition Number
ADVOC002727
Posted
July 16, 2026
Location
Ionia
Ionia, MI, USA
Position Type
Part Time Hourly
Compensation
$17.50 per hour
FLSA Classification
Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position
Hourly, part-time position serving youth and families throughout Ionia County are available.
Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in community, school, and home settings.
The Primary responsibilities of the Advocate are to initiate, organize, plan, develop and implement direct advocacy services to assigned participants and their families.
All service plans will be based on a strength-based approach using the wrap around model.
This position offers flexible hours, competitive weekly pay, mileage, and activity reimbursement.
Hourly Rate: $17.50
Qualifications/Requirements
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Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
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Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
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Experience working with at-risk youth
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Ability to work with diverse populations of staff, children, and families in a collaborative and culturally sensitive manner.
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Provide quality documentation, progress notes, and submitted within required deadlines.
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Basic computer skills required; knowledge of electronic health record systems (EHR) a plus.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance required
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Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
Travel Required
Yes. Travel throughout Ionia County and surrounding communities
Benefits Available
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Voluntary Dental
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Voluntary Vision
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UNUM Supplemental Benefits
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403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
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Pet Insurance
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Employee Assistance Program
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Direct Deposit
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Competitive Weekly Pay
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Flexible Schedule
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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 notice from the Department of Labor.
