NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago
Youth and Family Advocate - Part-Time
Norristown, PA
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$25.14/hr - $32.28/hr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Part-Time Youth & Family Advocate to work with alleged dependent and/or delinquent youths aged 12-18 in the Shelter Division. The role involves direct daily care and supervision of youth, ensuring their safety and well-being, and adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Process new admission documents, personal belongings and complete Intake procedure
Provide proper documentation and reports on incidents involving children
Mentors, supervises, and participates with youths in daily residential activities including recreation, education, work, meals, etc
Ensures the safety and well-being of youth both physically and mentally
Ensures that all policies and procedures are being followed in relation to shelter procedures
Ensure residents are adhering to facility policy and that their needs are being met
Initiates and conducts structured activities with the youth being served in the program
Perform other related work as required and properly communicates pertinent information to supervisors
Ability to guide and supervise juveniles and to use safe crisis management techniques effectively
Must sit with residents during mealtime, teaching table manners and good etiquette
Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with the public and other employees
Must have good moral and ethical character
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 60 college credits, preferably in social sciences
Driver's license or reliable transportation
Must obtain Pa. criminal history check, FBI clearance, child abuse clearance and pre-employment drug screening prior to employment
Must be available to work rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends
Must be physically capable of handling adolescents during crisis situations using established procedures
Must obtain a physical examination report from a licensed physician prior to employment
Must have excellent inter-personal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to guide and supervise juveniles and to use safe crisis management techniques effectively
Must have good moral and ethical character
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
One [1] year of relevant experience preferred
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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