Behavioral Health Advocate

Friendsofkerhonkson; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

EDSI in Michigan is seeking a Behavioral Health Advocate to assess and intervene with participants facing behavioral health barriers. The role involves brief therapeutic interventions, client-centered support, and coordinating referrals while maintaining confidential case notes.

Requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or related field with 2–3 years of clinical experience, strong documentation, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Social Work or related field.
• 2-3 years of clinical experience.
• Ability to maintain ethical standards without onsite supervision.
• Experience counseling individuals and families.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and build therapeutic relationships with participants to support client-centered interventions.
• Provide holistic individualized supportive services to assist in client’s professional and personal development.
• Provide individual coaching, psychoeducation, and facilitating groups when applicable.
• Identify beneficial community resources for participants and coordinate external referrals when appropriate.
• Maintain confidential participant case notes in accordance with program standards.

Skills

Customer service

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:Salary: $58,000/yearOur efforts in Michigan have been consistently recognized!Recent Awards:Michigan Top Workplaces - 2015-2025Crain's Detroit Business Private 200 - 2025 (and Crain's Cool Places to Work!)Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation - 2012-2025 (and Metro Detroit!)Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal driven? Then this position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented individual to join our spirited team.Scope of Position: The Behavioral Health Advocate (BHA) is responsible for the assessment and intervention of program participants who have identified behavioral health concerns as being a barrier to reaching their full potential. As a BHA, you will assist in providing brief therapeutic interventions and referring to long-term external supportive services when applicable.Essential Functions:• Assess and build therapeutic relationships with participants to assist with client-centered interventions aimed at reducing barriers• Provide holistic individualized supportive services to assist in client’s professional and personal developmental needs and opportunities• Provide individual coaching, psychoeducation, and facilitating groups when applicable• Identify beneficial community resources for participants and coordinate external referrals when appropriate• Uphold confidentiality standards with all client interactions, in accordance with your advanced degree and/or licensing board• Maintain organized, confidential, and well-documented participant case notes in accordance with program standards, and with ethical consideration for your licensure board• Other opportunities as availableEducation and Experience Requirements:• Master’s degree required in Social Work, Counseling, Counseling Education, or related field, with 2-3 years of clinical experience• Firm grasp of ethical expectations and the ability to maintain ethical standards without onsite supervision• Experience with counseling individuals and families• Ability to prioritize tasks and great documentation skills• Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment• Customer service experience strongly preferred• Knowledge of Microsoft Office• Valid driver’s license and automobile requiredBring your expertise to EDSI and live our values every day: Show Up, Smile and Support!EDSI is a progressive, forward-thinking, family-owned company that is Certified Evergreen.EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.