Does Youth Advocate Programs pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Youth Advocate Programs employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Youth Advocate Programs. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Youth Advocate Programs?

65% of Youth Advocate Programs employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Youth Advocate Programs 3.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.2 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Youth Advocate Programs?

Youth Advocate (30) , Advocate (25) , Program Director (10) , Director (9) , Behavioral Health Technician (7) , Assistant Director (6) , Administrative Manager (5) , Behavior Specialist (4) , Case Manager (4) , Mobile Therapist (4) , Regional Director (4) , Tss (4) , Behavior Consultant (3) , Family Intervention Specialist (3) , Program Coordinator (3)

What are the pros of working at Youth Advocate Programs according to real employee reviews?

"Flexible scheduling is helpful for those in school" ((in 13 reviews)); "Very professional and friendly staff" ((in 11 reviews)); "Flexible scheduling was nice, got to set your own hours" ((in 10 reviews)); "I enjoy working for YAP, it is a great job and my supervisor is great as well." ((in 8 reviews)); "Flexibility in schedule and constant trainings." ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Youth Advocate Programs according to real employee reviews?

"Clients cancel and checks are so low and they are pushing to meet clients and drive everywhere on low pay." ((in 21 reviews)); "no benefits" ((in 13 reviews)); "Bad management." ((in 7 reviews)); "increasing salaries for the staff" ((in 5 reviews)); "Staff have to work 35 hour to get insurance and then insurance is awful." ((in 3 reviews))

Youth Advocate Programs Reviews

3.6

65% would recommend to a friend

(238 total reviews)

Gary Ivory

63% approve of CEO

53% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (238 reviews)

Youth Advocate Programs has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 238 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Youth Advocate Programs employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Non-profit and NGO industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

238 reviews

5.0

29 May 2026

Great Supervisors!

Behavior consultant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Great staff that care about the clients.

Cons

No medical insurance for part-time employees.

5.0

3 Apr 2026

Great Organization and Meaningful Work

Behavioral health technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

YAP is a national organization that provides behavioral health services to youth and families. The work can be emotionally challenging but incredibly meaningful. You will have the opportunity to change the lives of children, teens and families and know you made a difference. The Phoenix office is well managed and supports staff. YAP appreciates diversity and treats all staff equally, regardless of age, race, disability.

Cons

Pay is commensurate with education and experience but the job is part-time and hours not consistent.

5.0

27 Oct 2025

Great company —Great mission!

Advocate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business outlook

Pros

Leadership and staff aligned truly care about all communities and the families that inhabit them.

Cons

No cons! It was a great experience.

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