Child Advocate Jobs in Paramus, NJ

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Youth Peer Advocate ( YPA )

Meet youth in the office, at home or in the community as requested; • Connect youth to community resources and services; • Provide mutual support, hope, reassurance and advocacy which includes sharing...

Youth Advocate

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications Other Requirements/Preferences: High School Dipoloma/GED Must be a parent who has personal experience with the child welfare system....

Youth Advocate

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Youth Advocate Children's Aid Society United States, York, The Bronx 3630 Third Avenue (Show on map) Jun 11, 2025 Description Hourly: $20- $25 Position Summary: Under the general supervision of...

Youth Counselor (Justice for Youth & Families)

  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

About the Role The Youth Counselor will be primarily responsible for building healthy relationships with each person supported and providing adequate care, safety, custody, control and counseling...

Full Time - Community School Youth Advocate (Brooklyn, NY) (2025-2026 school year)

  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 14 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 14 days ago

Full Time - Community School Youth Advocate (Brooklyn, NY) (2025-2026 school year) Req #2171 Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn, NY, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:00 PM...

Healthcare Advocate - Nurse Patient Advocate

  • New York City, NY (16 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 25 days ago
  • New York City, NY (16 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 25 days ago

Familiarity with social determinants of health and ability to connect patients to community resources. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex healthcare situations....

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Domestic Violence Victim Advocate

  • Mount Vernon, NY (12 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (12 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Work collaboratively while co-located at the Westchester County Department of Social Services (DSS) Office....

Full-Time Victim Advocate, Fort Hamilton, New York

  • Fort Hamilton, NY (23 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Hamilton, NY (23 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Provides crisis intervention and a warm hand off to community resources for victims who are not eligible for services through a Military Treatment Facility....

Full-Time Victim Advocate, Fort Hamilton, New York

  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Provides crisis intervention and a warm hand off to community resources for victims who are not eligible for services through a Military Treatment Facility....

Youth Counselor

  • White Plains, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • White Plains, NY (17 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Youth Counselor (White Plains) DEPARTMENT: Youth Services-Coachman Family Center FLSA: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Youth Services Coordinator SALARY : $17.00 Hourly SUMMARY:...

Full-Time Youth Counselor

  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York, NY (13 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Full-Time Youth Counselor Job Details Level Entry Job Location New York, NY Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Salary Range $21.60 - $21.60 Hourly Job Category Nonprofit - Social Services...

Residential Youth Counselor

  • Pleasantville, NY (19 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pleasantville, NY (19 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

offering a variety of shifts** QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED Required (AA or BA preferred) Must be 21 years of age or older Must pass background checks and complete on-site Therapeutic Crisis...

Overnight Youth Counselor (Bilingual)

  • Dobbs Ferry, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dobbs Ferry, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Minimum of 1 year employment experience in the child welfare field working with children and/or adolescents required....

Senior Youth Advocate, Youth Defense Practice, Bronx

  • Bronx, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bronx, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Bronx - Bronx, NY Position Type : Full-Time Education Level : 4 Year College Degree Salary Range : $74600.00 - $93200.00 Salary/year Travel...

Crime Victim Advocate: Homicide Specialist

  • Bronx, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bronx, NY (11 miles from Paramus, NJ)
  • 90+ days ago

The Crime Victims Assistance Bureau (CVAB) is seeking a homicide advocate to provide homicide survivors with initial and ongoing crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy through interactions...

Demographic Data for Paramus, NJ

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Salary for Child Advocate Jobs in Paramus, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Child Advocates in Paramus, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.0%
Bachelor's Degree
41.6%
Associate's Degree
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.4%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Child Advocates in Paramus, NJ
Less than 1 year
42.8%
None
17.8%
1-2 years
16.1%
2-4 years
15.8%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
3.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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