Community Engagement Advocate | Flexible Schedule & Benefits

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

Supplemental benefits

401-K

Vacation time

Job summary

HealthWays, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Community Engagement Specialist in Weirton, WV to deliver preventive services and support individuals at risk of psychiatric hospitalization.

The role includes aiding transitions from hospital to community and connecting clients to community resources. A HS Diploma is required, with preference for a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Human Services and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Service field with 1 year paid working experience preferred; or an associate degree in Human Service field with 10 years Volunteer/paid working experience working with persons in the target population is preferred.
• HS Diploma is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive preventive services to individuals at risk of psychiatric hospitalization to help them reside in the community.
• Facilitate successful transitions between psychiatric hospitals and the community.
• Ensure individuals are surrounded by community resources that strengthen their recovery and resilience.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Service

Associate degree in Human Service

HS Diploma

Job description

HealthWays, Inc. is seeking a Full-Time Community Engagement Specialist in Weirton, WV to deliver preventive services and support individuals at risk of psychiatric hospitalization.

The role includes aiding transitions from hospital to community and connecting clients to community resources. A HS Diploma is required, with preference for a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Human Services and relevant experience.