Contingent Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Pickaway County

National Youth Advocate Program; Circleville (OH); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization is seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate in Circleville, OH. This role involves working closely with adolescents and families to provide advocacy and support in mental and behavioral health settings. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, be at least 21 years old, and have a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. The position offers flexibility to meet client needs, making it ideal for students or recent graduates.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Candidate should hold an Associate's Degree or be enrolled in a relevant program.
• Experience in child welfare is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop youth treatment/service plans.
• Support youth in achieving identified goals.
• Provide oversight during 1-on-1 client activities.

Skills

Child welfare experience

Client engagement

Documentation skills

Transportation services

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Desktop and laptop computers

Smartphones and tablets

Job description

Circleville, OH 43113

Overview Position Type: Contingent

Job Shift: First

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage: Road Warrior

Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Ross/Pickaway County

Compensation: $20.00 per hour.

Contingent – On‑call or periodically as needed.

Are you interested in a career in social services? Are you new 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.

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.
• Associate's Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associate 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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Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.