Behavioral Health Advocate

EDSI (Educational Data Systems, Inc.)•FL Leon County Career Ctr, FL

3d•$58,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the assessment and intervention of program participants who have identified behavioral health concerns as being a barrier to reaching their full potential. Provide therapeutic interventions and referrals to long-term external supportive services.

Requirements

Master’s degree required in social work, counseling, counseling education, or related field, with 2-3 years of clinical experience
Firm grasp of ethical expectations and the ability to maintain ethical standards without onsite supervision
Experience with counseling individuals and families
Ability to prioritize tasks and great documentation skills
Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment
Florida Workforce Professional Certification Tier I required (must be completed within 30 days of employment)
Valid driver’s license and automobile required

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience strongly preferred
Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Assess and build therapeutic relationships with participants to assist with client-centered interventions aimed at reducing barriers
Provide holistic individualized supportive services to assist in client’s professional and personal developmental needs and opportunities
Provide individual coaching, psychoeducation, and facilitate groups when applicable
Identify beneficial community resources for participants and coordinate external referrals when appropriate
Uphold confidentiality standards with all client interactions, in accordance with your advanced degree and/or licensing board
Maintain organized, confidential, and well-documented participant case notes in accordance with program standards, and with ethical consideration for the licensure board
Other opportunities as available