Behavioral Health Advisor

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Summary

As a Behavioral Health Advisor, you will assist individuals with mental health diagnoses to live more independently and to adjust to life as an independent member of the community while integrating the philosophies of recovery and resiliency. The Behavioral Health Advisor participates in the individual’s development of interdependence, self-directed care, individually created support systems and community involvement. Reports to Residential Supervisor or Assistant Program Director. This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services Enhanced Personal Care Homes (EPCH).

Schedule

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• PRN/Zero
• Scheduled
• Hours: hours available are 3am - 11am. - FT (40 hrs) Sunday - Thursday 11pm - 7am; Awake Overnights. Wage Information:

Hourly Rate

Base rate $19.50/hr. Education and experience is taken into account for potential higher starting rates. Plus an awake overnight $1.00/hr. shift differential for hours worked between 10 PM to 6 AM.

Job Description

Participate in the development and implementation of each individual's Treatment/Support/Recovery Plan. Assist individuals where applicable in the management of the symptoms of their mental illness and establishing their own recovery plan. Assist individuals in the development of appropriate skill building necessary for living independently in the community. Utilize community resources to promote community integration, independence, and interdependence. Communicates and cooperates with on-site team, individual’s family, involved agencies, and the community in providing relevant information when needed and applicable. Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follows health care recommendations. Prepare meals, including individuals where regulations allow and encourage individuals to adhere to dietary guidelines. Models for team members and supports them in shadowing and training during task completion. Conducts fire drills, manages emergency situations during assigned work shifts, and provides coverage in emergency situations. Assists individuals in monitoring and/or administering medications. Be willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment. Have a commitment to promote cultural, racial, language and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.