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Part-Time Job Opportunities with SCYAP: Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth and Families

Looking for a meaningful part-time job that fits your schedule and changes lives?
The South Carolina Youth Advocate Program (SCYAP) is hiring part-time professionals to serve youth and families across the state through our Community-Based Service programs.

If you’re 21 or older, passionate about helping others, and interested in flexible work, we invite you to explore our current openings and complete the Advocate Inquiry Form to learn more.

Now Hiring Across South Carolina: Flexible, Part-Time Roles

We are actively seeking compassionate, qualified individuals to work one-on-one with children, adolescents, and families experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. As a part-time Advocate or Transporter, you’ll make a direct impact by providing care, support, and guidance where it’s needed most – in homes and communities throughout South Carolina.

Available Roles Include:

  1. Child Service Professionals (Advocates)

Requirements: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
Services Provided:

  • Behavior modification
  • Psychosocial rehabilitation
  • Family support services
  • Crisis management
  1. Child & Family Therapists

Requirements: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
Licensure Required: LMSW, LISW, LPC-I, LPC, LMFT
Services Provided:

  • Mental health assessments
  • Individual therapy
  • Family therapy
  1. Child and Adolescent Clinicians

Requirements: Active South Carolina licensure as LMSW, LISW-CP, LPC-I, LPC, or LMFT
Services Provided:

  • Diagnostic assessments
  • Therapeutic interventions tailored to youth needs
  1. Transporters

Requirements: At least six months of experience working with emotionally challenged youth
Duties Include:

  • Driving youth and families to therapy sessions, court hearings, family visits, and more
  • Ensuring safe and timely transportation throughout the state

Why Join SCYAP?

  • Flexible part-time scheduling
  • Meaningful, mission-driven work
  • Opportunities to serve children and families in your local community
  • Ideal for professionals with backgrounds in social work, education, counseling, and behavioral health
  • Supportive team environment with statewide impact

Important Notes on Employment

All part-time employment at SCYAP is contingent, meaning work is based on specific assignments and client needs. Employment is subject to:

  • Completed background checks
  • Valid auto insurance and driver’s license
  • Satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR)
  • Submission of required personnel documentation