The Youth Advocate is essential to the success of the MileUp program and will provide ongoing case management to youth, support youth through mentoring in a group setting, lead training/running practices with youth in preparation for milestone races, conducting family intakes and exit interviews, write progress notes, and checking in with parents/guardians regularly regarding students’ progress. The Youth Advocate is expected to participate in running practices/races and run alongside youth, however, prior running experience is not needed!
The Youth Advocate works together with a team of Youth Advocates and Youth Mentor/Drivers, with support from the SRPS Program Manager of Justice Initiatives. The program season runs from February to May, and the Youth Advocate is expected to commit to the full season.
To apply, email a cover letter and resume to Kailyn Schneider, kschneider@studentsrunphilly.org
