Behavioral Health Advisor
About The Position
As a Behavioral Health Advisor, you will assist individuals with mental health diagnoses to live more independently and to adjust to life as an independent member of the community while integrating the philosophies of recovery and resiliency. The Behavioral Health Advisor participates in the individual’s development of interdependence, self-directed care, individually created support systems and community involvement. Reports to Residential Supervisor or Assistant Program Director. This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services Enhanced Personal Care Homes (EPCH).
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency.
- A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.
- Able to work flexible hours.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the development and implementation of each individual's Treatment/Support/Recovery Plan.
- Assist individuals where applicable in the management of the symptoms of their mental illness and establishing their own recovery plan.
- Assist individuals in the development of appropriate skill building necessary for living independently in the community.
- Utilize community resources to promote community integration, independence, and interdependence.
- Communicates and cooperates with on-site team, individual’s family, involved agencies, and the community in providing relevant information when needed and applicable.
- Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follows health care recommendations.
- Prepare meals, including individuals where regulations allow and encourage individuals to adhere to dietary guidelines.
- Models for team members and supports them in shadowing and training during task completion.
- Conducts fire drills, manages emergency situations during assigned work shifts, and provides coverage in emergency situations.
- Assists individuals in monitoring and/or administering medications.
- Be willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment.
- Have a commitment to promote cultural, racial, language and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.
- Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
- Extensive Paid Training
- Career Development Opportunities
- Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay
- Family Medical and Parental Leave
- Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
- Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Reimbursement
- Tuition Assistance
- Mentor/Mentee Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
