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Advocate

Montgomery Village, MD · On-site

$18/hr

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 ...

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Advocate

Ellicott City, MD · On-site

$18/hr

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 ...

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Sales Advocate (57917)

MD · On-site

$25K - $50K/yr

Mobilelink - Sales Advocate With over 500 Cricket stores, Mobilelink is Cricket's largest ... Ability to work a minimum of 32 hours per week including evenings, weekends, and holidays. * Strong ...

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Residential Advocate

Rockville, MD

$21/hr

We have full-time positions available with various shifts (day, evening, and overnight) that may include weekend hours. Note: Residential Advocates (RAs) are essential employees and expected to ...

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Bilingual Sales Advocate (62186)

MD · On-site

$25K - $55K/yr

Mobilelink-Bilingual Sales Advocate With over 500 Cricket stores, Mobilelink is Cricket's largest ... Ability to work a minimum of 32 hours per week including evenings, weekends, and holidays. * Strong ...

Mobile Link

Bilingual Sales Advocate (63605)

MD · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Mobilelink-Bilingual Sales Advocate With over 500 Cricket stores, Mobilelink is Cricket's largest ... Ability to work a minimum of 32 hours per week including evenings, weekends, and holidays. * Strong ...

JSSA

Residential Advocate

Rockville, MD · On-site

$21/hr

We have full-time positions available with various shifts (day, evening, and overnight) that may include weekend hours. Note: Residential Advocates (RAs) are essential employees and expected to ...

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What is a weekend advocate?

Weekend Advocates are professionals who provide support, guidance, or representation to individuals or groups during weekends. They often work in social services, crisis intervention, domestic violence shelters, or advocacy organizations, ensuring help and resources are available outside of standard weekday hours. Their responsibilities may include crisis counseling, providing information about services, and connecting clients to resources. Weekend Advocates play a crucial role in ensuring continuous support for people in need, especially during times when regular office staff may not be available.

What are some common challenges weekend advocates face when balancing high caseloads with limited weekend resources?

Weekend Advocates often encounter high demand for support services while working with fewer onsite resources compared to weekdays. This can require creative problem-solving and strong time management as you coordinate care, communicate with offsite staff, and handle urgent situations. Building solid relationships with community partners and having a thorough understanding of local resources can help you address clients’ needs efficiently. Collaboration and clear documentation are also crucial for ensuring continuity of care when weekday staff return.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend advocate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Advocate, you typically need experience in crisis intervention, knowledge of community resources, and a background in social work or a related field. Familiarity with case management software, hotline systems, and confidentiality protocols is often required. Strong active listening, emotional resilience, and effective communication skills help advocates support clients in high-stress situations. These competencies ensure that clients receive timely, empathetic assistance and appropriate referrals during critical weekend hours.
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Advocate

Youth Advocate Programs

Montgomery Village, MD • On-site

$18/hr

Part-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of the Position: Hourly, Part Time position serving youth and families throughout Montgomery County Area and Surrounding Areasare available.
  • Applicant must be dependable, committed, and able to serve as a positive role model for youth in the 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, and activity reimbursement.
Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Minimum High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Experience in community work and knowledge of community resources.
  • Experience working with at-risk youth and families
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience using an electronic health record system is a plus.
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and automobile insurance coverage is required.
  • Bilingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus.

Benefits Available:
  • Voluntary Dental
  • Voluntary Vision
  • UNUM Supplemental Benefits
  • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • 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.
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 notice from the Department of Labor.

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