Mental Health Advocate - Remote

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement annuity

Training & certification support

Flexible remote work

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Mental Health Advocate to join our remote team serving Pretoria and beyond. You will empower individuals facing mental health challenges to navigate the healthcare system, access services, and understand their rights.

In this role you will provide emotional support, connect clients with professionals, educate them on resources, and help develop recovery plans. A strong grounding in recovery principles and excellent communication are essential, with remote

Qualifications

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and recovery is highly valued.
• Certification as a Peer Support Specialist or Mental Health Advocate is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of mental health principles and the recovery model.
• Excellent empathy, communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to navigate complex healthcare and social service systems, particularly within Gauteng.
• Proficiency in remote communication and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support and advocacy for individuals with mental health conditions.
• Assist clients in understanding mental health diagnoses, treatment options, and available services.
• Help clients develop personalized recovery plans and coping strategies.
• Facilitate access to mental health services, including therapy, counseling, and psychiatric care.
• Educate clients on their rights within the mental healthcare system.
• Conduct virtual support group sessions and educational workshops.

Skills

Empathy

Active listening

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Healthcare system navigation

Education

Peer Support Specialist certification

Mental Health Advocate certification (advantageous)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a passionate Mental Health Advocate to join their remote team, serving individuals in the Pretoria area and beyond. In this role, you will empower individuals experiencing mental health challenges to navigate the healthcare system, access appropriate services, and understand their rights. You will provide crucial emotional support, connect clients with mental health professionals, and educate them on available resources. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a profound difference in people's lives through remote advocacy and support, fostering a culture of mental well-being and recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide peer support and advocacy for individuals with mental health conditions.
• Assist clients in understanding mental health diagnoses, treatment options, and available services.
• Help clients develop personalized recovery plans and coping strategies.
• Facilitate access to mental health services, including therapy, counseling, and psychiatric care.
• Educate clients on their rights within the mental healthcare system.
• Conduct virtual support group sessions and educational workshops.

Requirements

• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and recovery is highly valued.
• Certification as a Peer Support Specialist or Mental Health Advocate is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of mental health principles and the recovery model.
• Excellent empathy, communication, and active listening skills.
• Ability to navigate complex healthcare and social service systems, particularly within Gauteng .
• Proficiency in remote communication and collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical, disability, and life insurance.
• Retirement annuity contribution.
• Paid training and certification support.
• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• A supportive team dedicated to mental health advocacy.