Youth Advocate (4908)

Build Trust. Strengthen Skills. Help Young People Thrive. At the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley, our mission is simple and powerful: to inspire and enable all young people, especially those with unmet needs, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring community members. Everything we do is rooted in our values: Kids First, Caring Adults, Safe & Healthy Environments, Responsible Stewardship, and Opportunity for All. We’re youth-centered, collaborative, and committed to creating spaces where young people feel welcomed and supported. Every day, our team works to ensure young people experience supportive relationships, safety, recognition, opportunity, fun, and belonging. If you’re passionate about building relationships with young people and helping them navigate challenges, develop new skills, and experience success, this is where you belong. About the Role As a Youth Advocate , you’ll support young people who experience behavioral or other barriers to participating successfully in Club programs. You’ll build trusting relationships, provide one-on-one and small-group support, and use restorative practices, mediation, positive behavioral supports, and nonviolent crisis intervention strategies to help youth develop skills, work toward individual goals, and have positive Club experiences. In This Role, You Will: Provide individualized support to Club members experiencing behavioral challenges. Help young people identify goals, develop skills, and participate successfully in Club programs. Use restorative practices, mediation, positive behavioral supports, and nonviolent crisis intervention strategies. Oversee the Sensory Room and facilitate individual and small-group sessions. Partner with Branch staff to coordinate support for Club members. Build positive relationships with youth, families, and staff. Help create an equitable, trauma-informed, and supportive Club environment. Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential records. Demonstrate a commitment to excellence, aligning your work with the organization’s values, mission, strategic priorities, and policies. This list reflects the primary duties and responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Why Join Us? Because every young person deserves someone in their corner. Because challenges should be met with understanding and support. Because you can help young people build the skills and confidence they need to thrive. You’ll be part of a team defined by compassion, integrity, learning, collaboration, and purpose, all working together to make the Fox Valley a great place for all youth to grow. Pay Starting wage $17 hourly Location Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley Club Branches Schedule Full-time and Part-time positions are available. If Part-time: School-year shifts are Monday through Friday during before-school and after-school hours, and a minimum of 3 shifts per week Opportunity to work more hours at Branch locations on school district no-school days. Training sessions the first Friday of each month. Who We’re Looking For Passion for working with children and teens, and a commitment to helping young people succeed. At least two years of experience working with children, youth, and families who experience barriers or need additional support. Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, human services, or a related field preferred. Understanding of child and adolescent development, behavior-management strategies, social-emotional learning, or trauma-informed care. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to remain calm, supportive, and respectful in challenging situations. Reliable transportation. Knowledge of and ability to effectively use computers, software, and other technology tools. Our Commitment The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where differences are valued, equity is intentional, and everyone belongs. We encourage you to fill out a complete application at: www.bgclubfoxvalley.org/careers !