National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) hiring Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Scioto and Jackson County in Columbus, OH | LinkedIn (2024)
Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Scioto and Jackson County
National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)Columbus, OH
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Job DetailsJob Location
Jackson, OH
Position Type
Contingent
Education Level
High School
Travel Percentage
Road Warrior
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Jackson and Scioto County Compensation: $20.00 per hour.
This is a Contingent position.
Are you interested in a career in social services? Are you new to 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 settin g. Responsibilities may include transportation, participation in community activities, or one on one in home services.
Working at NYAP
Flexible Schedule
Excellent Compensation
Mileage Reimbursem*nt
Phone Allowance
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.
Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates 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
Apply today! Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
QualificationsThe person in this position needs to follow a team concept and support both agency goals and co-workers. Employees must be able to effectively work with and be respectful and sensitive to persons from various cultures, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial backgrounds.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Individual and Family Services
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