How to hire a youth advisor

How to hire a youth advisor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step youth advisor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a youth advisor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new youth advisor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a youth advisor, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A youth advisor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, youth advisors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of youth advisor salaries for various roles:

   Type of Youth Advisor	Description	Hourly rate
   Youth Advisor	Social workers help people solve and cope with problems in their everyday lives. One group of social workers—clinical social workers—also diagnose and treat mental, behavioral, and emotional issues.	$13-21
   Child Care Counselor	Child care counselors monitor the progress of children who have behavioral, physical, and mental issues in between counseling appointments. These counselors create daily schedules for children that include field trips, play dates, and learning plans to ensure that children get the most out of their days... Show more	$13-22
   Mental Health Worker	A mental health worker is a professional who provides basic care and therapy to patients who are inflicted with mental disabilities or developmental disabilities. Mental health workers assist patients with their daily activities, monitor their conditions, and administer therapeutic care... Show more	$13-28

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Crisis Intervention
   • Cleanliness
   • Conflict Resolution
   • Anger Management
   • Direct Supervision
   • Role Model
   • Community Outreach
   • at-Risk Youth
   • Emergency Shelter
   • Youth Program
   • Incident Reports
   • Youth Development
   • Independent Living
   • Mental Health Issues

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   Responsibilities:

   • Assist in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent compliance.
   • Assist with CPR and medical concerns as needed.
   • Complete necessary training and certification in first aid and CPR.
   • Develop and implement curriculum for youths involving environmental science and leadership skills.
   • Facilitate monthly group meetings; provide leadership training and community service opportunities.
   • Provide everyday living activity for autistic individuals, pass medicine, dress patients, help with communication, and restrain patients.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your youth advisor job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A youth advisor salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, youth advisors' average salary in mississippi is 58% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level youth advisors earn 38% less than senior-level youth advisors.
   • Certifications. A youth advisor with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a youth advisor's salary.

   Average youth advisor salary

   $36,283yearly

   $17.44 hourly rate

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   Entry-level youth advisor salary

   $28,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing a youth advisor job description

   A youth advisor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a youth advisor job description:

   Youth advisor job description example

   At Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY), our greatest strengths are the employees who empower every individual with the information, resources, and care they need to live happy, healthy lives.
   
   Picture yourself here: We are a team of trusted health care providers, educators, and fierce advocates committed to advancing equity and improving health outcomes in communities that face systemic barriers to quality, innovative sexual and reproductive health services -- including birth control, pregnancy testing, emergency contraception, cancer screenings, STI testing and treatment, HIV testing and prevention, transgender hormone therapy, wellness exams, crisis counseling, and financial counseling. PPGNY also proudly provides compassionate, nonjudgmental abortion services.
   
   When you join PPGNY as a CAPP Educator/Youth Advisor you will provide high-quality outreach and sexuality education. Your goal will be to increase community access to information and sexual/reproductive health services in the community.
   
   Additional responsibilities include:Promote and engage in meaningful outreach programs with community members, organizations, parents and professionals in prioritized zip codes in accordance with grant and work plan objectives. Maintain community relationships by representing PPGNY at community meetings, and engaging professionally with community stakeholders, organizations, youth, parents and professionals. Provides assistance and/or referrals for youth to obtain comprehensive family planning services, health services or other essential support services Recruit, train, support and supervise young people for the Peer Education program Coordinate, plan and prepare weekly meetings for Peer Educators to ensure they are well-trained and provided with opportunities to support their growth and development Schedule outreach and education sessions for Peer Educators and provide onsite support during these events Collect demographic, monitoring and evaluation data from workshop and training participants; compile data appropriately and prepares submission and periodic reporting.
   
   You have: Requires an ability equal to that usually derived from satisfactory completion of courses required for graduation from an accredited college or university with a Baccalaureate Degree in education, communication, social work, public health, or related field.Experience working with and engaging youth.Own transportation is required, with a valid NYS driver's license, inspection, registration, and adequate insurance Ability to work hours flexible hours, nights and weekends occasionally.Experience with communities impacted by adverse health outcomes, knowledge systemic barriers to sexual reproductive health and wellbeing faced by marginalized communities especially women, LGBTQ, under funded/working class and communities of color.Analysis of how systemic oppression and racism impacts communities of color.
   
   What makes you stand out:Skilled communicator who can connect with young people, adult community members, administrators, funders, etc.Excellent listening and relationship building skills across difference. Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently.Demonstrates flexibility, creativity, problem solving skills and initiative.
   PPGNY's benefits package includes:
   Generous PTO and holiday schedule
   Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents
   FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds
   Short and Long Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D
   401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment
   All positions at PPGNY require:
   Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.
   
   Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our 28 health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY's education and outreach programs are backed by medically-accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.
   
   At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.
   
   PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right youth advisor for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with youth advisors they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit youth advisors who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your youth advisor job on Zippia to find and recruit youth advisor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit youth advisors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new youth advisor

   Once you've decided on a perfect youth advisor candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new youth advisor. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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