Contingent Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Knox County

National Youth Advocate Program; Mount Vernon (OH); In loco; USD 22.730 - 32.373; Part-time

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Flexible Schedule

Excellent Compensation

Mileage Reimbursement

Phone Allowance

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A nonprofit organization is seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate in Mount Vernon, OH. This role includes providing advocacy and support to youth and families, with responsibilities such as developing treatment plans, transporting clients, and engaging in community activities. The position offers flexible scheduling, excellent compensation, and is suitable for individuals new to the social service field. Ideal candidates should have a GED, be 21 or older, and be willing to provide transportation.

Competenze

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Reliable access to a phone and transportation is required.
• Daily travel required with flexibility for after school and evening hours.

Mansioni

• Participate in the development of youth treatment/service plans.
• Develop a trusting supportive relationship with youth.
• Provide in-home services and transportation as needed.

Conoscenze

Experience in child welfare

Ability to engage clients

Proficient in desktop and laptop computers

Willingness to provide transportation

Formazione

GED or High School Diploma

Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree

Strumenti

Word processing software

Spreadsheet programs

Database programs

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Overview

Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Position Type: Contingent   Education Level: High School   Travel Percentage: Road Warrior   Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Knox County

Compensation: $20 per hour.

Contingent position up to 19 hours per week.

Join a team that celebrates your unique talents

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 settin g. Responsibilities may include transportation, participationin community activities, or one on one in home services.

Working at NYAP

• Flexible Schedule

• Excellent Compensation

• Mileage Reimbursement

• Phone Allowance

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

• 21 years of age or older.
• 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

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