Youth Advocate-Main Street
Company: RCIL
Location: Utica
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Annual Non-Exempt Salary:
$37,856 ($20.80 an hour) 35 Hour Work Week Benefits: PTO – vacation
(16-24 days a year based on longevity) Sick leave 12 days a year,
and 13 paid holidays. Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6
months on the job. Multiple work schedules available. Wellness
program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year.
401K with up to 10% employer investment. Heavily subsidized Health
Insurance with co-pays. Vision and Dental insurance. Flexible
Spending Accounts-Medical and Dependent Care. Monthly contribution
towards dependent care. (to offset childcare costs) Company paid
Life Insurance and Identity theft protection. (LifeLock) Employee
Assistance Program. Family Medical Leave, Paid Family Leave,
Military Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Bone Marrow and
Blood Donation Leave, Voting Time Leave, Election Leave, and Leaves
for Crime Victims and Domestic Violence Victims. Employees may be
eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to
have student loans forgiven. Free covered parking. Additional
benefits available. Job Duties: The Case Manager for At-Risk Youth
will serve at-risk youth, with and without disabilities, and their
families. The successful candidate will be expected to: Work with
youth who are at-risk. Complete intake assessments. Provide
information and referral services. Conduct a youth risk assessment
to determine their potential for crisis and involvement with the
juvenile/criminal justice system. Maintain regular contact with
participants and their family members to monitor progress. This
includes home visits with the individuals we serve. Knowledge,
Skills & Abilities: Experience working with individuals with
disabilities, either professionally or personally. Strong advocacy,
networking, and organizational skills. Knowledge of community-based
services. Knowledge of ADA, IDEA, 504, Social Security, ACCESS-VR,
CBVH and the juvenile/criminal justice system is preferred.
Education: An Associates Degree is preferred; a High School Diploma
or equivalent is required. Experience may be considered in lieu of
higher education. Travel Required: Yes Location: Utica, NY RCIL is
a civil rights organization that offers individuals with
disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy
services through the numerous programs we manage. RCIL is an equal
opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to
discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee
because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race,
religion, or veteran status.
Keywords: RCIL, Albany , Youth Advocate-Main Street, Healthcare , Utica, New York
