Behavioral Health Advocate & Recovery Specialist II

Turning-Point-Community-Programs; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Center in Grass Valley, CA is hiring for a full-time psychosocial, rehabilitation and recovery-oriented services position. The role supports adults under supervision, focusing on advocacy, counseling, and access to benefits and housing as needed.

The role requires driving for program activities, with a California driver’s license and vehicle insurance. The schedule is Monday–Friday, with potential for open interviews at specified locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements are 0-2 years of varied mental health experience; preferred requirements are 4 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree.
• Education, Training and Experience: a four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field and four years of varied mental health direct services experience.
• LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: California driver’s license & current vehicle insurance/registration

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and direction for clients when Program Director or designee is absent.
• Advocates for clients in all areas of treatment and helps them apply for services; empowers clients to meet their goals.
• Advocates for and assists clients and their families in accessing mental health treatment, medical care, housing, food, and clothing as indicated.
• Maintains client records and completes required documentation and data entry according to program standards.
• Meets regularly with clients at Turning Point sites or in the field, at job sites, homes, and care facilities.

Skills

Client advocacy

Case management

Counseling

Transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license & vehicle insurance

Documentation & data entry

Job description

Providence Center in Grass Valley, CA is hiring for a full-time psychosocial, rehabilitation and recovery-oriented services position. The role supports adults under supervision, focusing on advocacy, counseling, and access to benefits and housing as needed.

The role requires driving for program activities, with a California driver’s license and vehicle insurance. The schedule is Monday–Friday, with potential for open interviews at specified locations.