Youth Advocate
Salary
$25.90 - $27.68 Hourly
Location
Juneau
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202600914
Department
Parks & Recreation
Division
Sheiyi Xaat Hit
Opening Date
06/08/2026
Closing Date
6/22/2026 4:30 PM Alaska
Position Number
212064
Bargaining Unit
Unrepresented
Pay Range
12
Hours Per Week
37.5
Telework Availability
Not Available
Description
Zach Gordon Youth Services is looking for a qualified individual to fill our Youth Advocate position at Shéiyi Xaat Hít Youth Shelter.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
An ideal candidate for this position is someone who enjoys teens and who is willing to meet youth where they are at and not give up on them.
We are looking for someone who has and understands healthy boundaries when working with vulnerable populations. Someone who can remain calm in a crisis, and has a strong ability to build relationships. We are looking for someone who understands and is willing to continue to learn how childhood trauma impacts the lifespan and how systemic inequities and historical trauma impact us on an individual and community level today.
We are looking for someone skilled at navigating systems and paperwork and who is willing to ask questions when they don't know the answer to something. We are looking for someone who values and lifts up youth's own identities. Strong communication and empathy skills are a must! Ability to teach youth in one-on-one and group settings, as well as necessary skills for "adulting", such as interviewing skills, budgeting, paying bills, grocery shopping and meal planning, etc. The ability to work as a member of a team and work together to create a safe and uplifting space for all is critical to this position.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
The ZGYC team is a fun group! The workplace is flexible and creative. We encourage trying new things and laughing a lot. Our values are wellness, connection, and growth and we do our best to embrace these in all areas of our workplace. We have fun and we are also dedicated and care deeply about our community.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position works at Shéiyi Xaat Hit Youth Shelter in the Mendenhall Valley. The position works primarily daytime shifts, but the successful candidate should expect one weekend shift and occasional evening shifts.
Typical Responsibilities
As a Youth Advocate you will be responsible for coordinating care for youth who come into the shelter. You will work with them to create a plan of care and help connect them to needed services. You will provide referrals and coordinate with partner organizations serving youth. You will provide mediation to families and caregivers in order to help youth transition home. You will help youth communicate their needs in a way that can be heard by the adults in their life. You provide skill building activities and positive youth development opportunities for youth. Your work will be both one on one and in groups. You will help create a warm and welcoming culture of acceptance and non-judgement at the shelter. You will provide supervision and oversight to make sure youth are safe at all times.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
Experience:
Any combination of work experience or post-secondary education totaling six (6) months in any field.
Experience working with youth and/or families impacted by trauma or coordinating patient referral or care services is preferred.
Licenses:
Valid Driver's License at time of appointment and for continued employment.
First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of appointment.
NOTE:
Under Alaska Statute 12.62.160 (9) Appointments to this position are offered conditionally, pending the results of a criminal records report (Non-FBI). Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.
For Shelter Positions: Under Alaska Statute 12.62.400 (9) Appointments to this position is offered conditionally, pending the results of a National Criminal History report through the FBI. Applicants must submit their fingerprints to continue in the hiring approval process. The applicant will receive a copy of the report of findings and may dispute within five (5) days of receiving them. Human Resources evaluates the results to ensure the applicant does not have any convictions that result in a direct nexus to the primary duties involving supervising minors. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or may be dismissed if already employed.
Supplemental Information
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager(s): Jorden Nigro and Forrest Clough
Phone Number: 907.586.0456 or 907.364.7481
Email: jorden.nigro@juneau.gov or forrest.clough@juneau.gov
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
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EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
No cost employee only plan available
Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
Additional optional coverage available
Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
Optional group-based insurance premiums for
Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Short-term Disability
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Pet Insurance
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.
Retirement Benefits
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit: Benefits - City and Borough of Juneau
Paid Leave and Holidays
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
21 days of PL within first year of employment
Personal leave includes Sick leave
Twelve paid holidays a year
Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)
Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:
For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit Wellness Program - City and Borough of Juneau.
Additional Perks
Employer City & Borough of Juneau
Address 155 Heritage Way
Juneau, Alaska, 99801
Phone 907-586-5250
Website http://Juneau.gov