Job detail

Contingent Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Tallmadge/Warren

NATIONAL YOUTH ADVOCATE PROGRAM

#Nonprofit #Behavioral Health #Advocacy #Treatment Plans #Adolescents #Client Interaction #Social Services #Mileage Reimbursement #Children #Community Resources #Child Welfare #Youth

Other On Site 0-2 yrs$20 / HOURPosted 3 months ago

Location

Tallmadge, Ohio

Salary

$20 / HOUR

Quick overview

Advocates work closely with adolescents, youth, and families to provide advocacy and support through behavioral health and respite care, which may include transportation and one-on-one in-home services. Responsibilities involve participating in treatment plan development, building trusting relationships with youth, and assisting them in achieving identified goals.

Requirements summary

Applicants must be 21 years of age or older and possess a High School Diploma or GED, with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred. A valid driver's license, reliable personal transportation, and availability for flexible scheduling including after-school hours, evenings, and weekends are mandatory.

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Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

Tallmadge,
OH 44278Position
Type:
ContingentEducation
Level:
High
SchoolTravel
Percentage:
Road
WarriorJob
Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesBehavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate;
Tallmadge/Warren
Compensation: $20.00 per hour. This is a Contingent position.
During school year:
Primarily after 3:30
PM in 3-hour increments
Summer months: More flexible daytime hours available Are you interested in a career in social services? Are you new to or have experience working in this field? Are you a student or recent graduate seeking experience in mental and behavioral health? This position is a direct, hands on opportunity with great flexibility. Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocates with National Youth Advocate Program work closely with adolescents, youth, and children as well as families and community partners, to provide advocacy and support through behavior health and respite care for individuals with mental and behavioral health diagnoses in the home, community and office setting. Responsibilities may include transportation, participation in community activities, or one on one in home services. Working at NYAP Flexible Schedule Mileage reimbursement Phone reimbursement Responsibilities
Participate in the development of the youth treatment/service plans
Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
Ability to provide oversight and participate in 1-on-1 activities with the client according to treatment plan.
Ability to engage clients; document conversations and outcomes and submit paperwork for billing
Identify outside resources and services in the community for youth development and goal attainment
Must be willing to provide transportation for client(s) to and from outside locations and activities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor’s Program; Preferred, GED or High School Diploma; Required.
Experience in child welfare; Preferred.
Daily travel required with the willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours if needed; Availability for after school hours, evenings and weekends.
Working, reliable telephone.
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. Driving and Vehicle Requirements Valid driver’s license Reliable personal transportation Good driving record Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability Apply today! www.nyap.org/employment Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy. QualificationsAn Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.