Part-Time Youth Behavioral Health Respite Advocate

National Youth Advocate Program; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 19,760 - 30,240; Part time

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program in Sidney, OH is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate to support adolescents and families with behavioral health needs in home, community and office settings. The role emphasizes advocacy, transportation, and collaboration with service plans.

Hours are 19–29 per week with weekday evenings; weekends optional. A high school diploma or higher is preferred and a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree, Bachelor's Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor's Program; GED or High School Diploma required.
• Experience in child welfare; Preferred.
• Daily travel required with 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.

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.

Education

Associates/Bachelor's degree or enrollment

Tools

Computers & software proficiency

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program in Sidney, OH is seeking a part-time Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate to support adolescents and families with behavioral health needs in home, community and office settings. The role emphasizes advocacy, transportation, and collaboration with service plans.

Hours are 19–29 per week with weekday evenings; weekends optional. A high school diploma or higher is preferred and a valid driver's license is required.