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 ...
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 ...
Licensed Mental Health Professional
Dallas, TX · On-site
$55/hr
Mileage Reimbursement Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and ...
Licensed Mental Health Professional
Dallas, TX · On-site
$55/hr
Mileage Reimbursement Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and ...
Mentor (Part-Time)
Temple, TX · On-site
$18.40 - $19.40/hr
Works with youth and families in the home, school (as permitted) or in the community. Frequent travel between sites may be required as well as local travel between the community and youth's residence.
Mentor (Part-Time)
Temple, TX · On-site
$18.40 - $19.40/hr
Works with youth and families in the home, school (as permitted) or in the community. Frequent travel between sites may be required as well as local travel between the community and youth's residence.
Provides the youth, the youth's advocate or attorney, and parents/guardian with proper notice of the hearing date and time, the allegations, the proposed disposition, and all evidence that will be ...
Provides the youth, the youth's advocate or attorney, and parents/guardian with proper notice of the hearing date and time, the allegations, the proposed disposition, and all evidence that will be ...
Program Director
Austin, TX · On-site
$65K/yr
Weekly pay Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications ...
Program Director
Austin, TX · On-site
$65K/yr
Weekly pay Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications ...
TWC Advocate
Kerrville, TX · On-site
Required - With a high school diploma or equivalent, must have at least 4 years of related experience working with young adults and/or youth advocacy. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Health and ...
TWC Advocate
Kerrville, TX · On-site
Required - With a high school diploma or equivalent, must have at least 4 years of related experience working with young adults and/or youth advocacy. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Health and ...
TWC Advocate
Kerrville, TX · On-site
Required - With a high school diploma or equivalent, must have at least 4 years of related experience working with young adults and/or youth advocacy. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Health and ...
TWC Advocate
Kerrville, TX · On-site
Required - With a high school diploma or equivalent, must have at least 4 years of related experience working with young adults and/or youth advocacy. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Health and ...
TWC Advocate
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
Required - With a high school diploma or equivalent, must have at least 4 years of related experience working with young adults and/or youth advocacy. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Health and ...
TWC Advocate
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
Required - With a high school diploma or equivalent, must have at least 4 years of related experience working with young adults and/or youth advocacy. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Health and ...
TWC Advocate
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
Required - With a high school diploma or equivalent, must have at least 4 years of related experience working with young adults and/or youth advocacy. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Health and ...
TWC Advocate
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
Required - With a high school diploma or equivalent, must have at least 4 years of related experience working with young adults and/or youth advocacy. Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Health and ...
Treatment Coordinator
Lubbock, TX · On-site
$50K/yr
This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.
Treatment Coordinator
Lubbock, TX · On-site
$50K/yr
This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.
This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.
This position works closely with youth, family, foster parents, and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.
Advocate (CSEY)
Waco, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Quick apply
Advocate (CSEY)
Waco, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Austin, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Austin, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Waco, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Waco, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Bryan, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Bryan, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Children's Advocate
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$40K/yr
The Bridge is seeking a Children's Advocate who works to provide individual and group services to youth survivors of domestic/sexual violence and child abuse, through a trauma informed approach. The ...
Children's Advocate
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$40K/yr
The Bridge is seeking a Children's Advocate who works to provide individual and group services to youth survivors of domestic/sexual violence and child abuse, through a trauma informed approach. The ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Bryan, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Bryan, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Advocate (CSEY)
Bryan, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Quick apply
Advocate (CSEY)
Bryan, TX · On-site
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Children's Advocate
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$40K/yr
The Bridge is seeking a Children's Advocate who works to provide individual and group services to youth survivors of domestic/sexual violence and child abuse, through a trauma informed approach. The ...
Quick apply
Children's Advocate
Pasadena, TX · On-site
$40K/yr
The Bridge is seeking a Children's Advocate who works to provide individual and group services to youth survivors of domestic/sexual violence and child abuse, through a trauma informed approach. The ...
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
Meet immediate physical needs of youth - clothes, food, toiletries, etc. * Provide ongoing field-based advocacy, case management, and emotional support. * Independently coordinate referrals, service ...
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Part-time
Dental, Vision, Retirement
Posted 7 hours ago
Job description
Status: Part-Time Hourly FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Summary of Position: The Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts is responsible for implementing and coordinating behavioral health services.
Office is located in Austin. However, job responsibilities are in the community and the office. Services are primarily in person, but some telehealth is provided.
Qualifications/ Requirements:
Benefits Available:
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.
Summary of Position: The Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts is responsible for implementing and coordinating behavioral health services.
- Provide direct counseling to the individual and family.
- Ensure that all components of the treatment plan are being implemented and are clinically appropriate as determined by the diagnosis and assessment.
- Ensure that all services are provided in compliance with YAP Policies and State and Federal regulations.
Office is located in Austin. However, job responsibilities are in the community and the office. Services are primarily in person, but some telehealth is provided.
Qualifications/ Requirements:
- Master's Degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related fields from an accredited institution.
- Active/Valid Texas Licensure in psychology, counseling or social work is required (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
- Experience in the provision of home and/or community based mental health services.
- Foster Care experience is a plus.
- CPR/First Aid Certification. Behavior Management (MANDT) Certification is a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage is required.
- Bilingual (Spanish) speaking is a plus.
Benefits Available:
- Voluntary Dental
- Voluntary Vision
- UNUM Supplemental Benefits
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Pet Insurance
- 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.
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.
About Youth Advocate Programs
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Industry
Non-profits
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Harrisburg, PA, US
Year founded
1975