Behavioral Health Respite Advocate — Flexible Hours

National Youth Advocate Program; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Mileage Reimbursement

Excellent Compensation

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program in Columbus, OH is seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate to support youth treatment plans and engage clients in goal attainment. This contingent role requires flexible scheduling and transportation responsibilities.

The position emphasizes community-based services with mileage reimbursement and a focus on building trusting relationships with youth, compliant with program guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associates/Bachelor's degree or enrollment in a degree program; GED or HS diploma may be required.
• Experience in child welfare preferred.
• Daily travel required with flexible schedule; after-hours and weekend availability may be needed.
• Working, reliable telephone and basic tech skills expected.
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheets and database software.

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.
• Provide oversight and participate in 1-on-1 activities with the client according to treatment plan.
• 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.

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

GED or High School Diploma

Reliable telephone

Computer literacy

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database software

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program in Columbus, OH is seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate to support youth treatment plans and engage clients in goal attainment. This contingent role requires flexible scheduling and transportation responsibilities.

The position emphasizes community-based services with mileage reimbursement and a focus on building trusting relationships with youth, compliant with program guidelines.