Youth Behavioral Health Advocate — Respite & In-Home Support

National Youth Advocate Program; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

National Youth Advocate Program in Lancaster, OH is seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate. This full-time role supports adolescents, youth, children and families through behavior health and respite care at home, in the community and in office settings.

The position requires great flexibility, weekend work, and daily travel. A driving license and reliable transportation are needed. Compensation is $20.00 per hour with a 40-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree or active enrollment; GED/HS diploma required.
• Experience in child welfare preferred.
• Willingness to travel daily; flexible schedule including evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of 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.

Skills

Youth engagement

Transportation coordination

Documentation & billing

Tech proficiency

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Enrollment in college

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database software

Printers and copiers

Smartphones and tablets

Job description

National Youth Advocate Program in Lancaster, OH is seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate. This full-time role supports adolescents, youth, children and families through behavior health and respite care at home, in the community and in office settings.

The position requires great flexibility, weekend work, and daily travel. A driving license and reliable transportation are needed. Compensation is $20.00 per hour with a 40-hour schedule.