PRN (as needed) Behavioral Health Advocate Youth Recovery Center

Valley View • Glenwood Springs, CO

8d • $20 - $29

About The Position

We're looking for PRN (as needed) Behavioral Health Advocates to join our Youth Recovery Center team! Must have a passion for working with teenagers! Interns welcome to apply!

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be willing to participate in certified addiction counselor training and complete Certified Addiction Specialist/Technician credential within 2 years of hire.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• At least 21 yrs of age

Nice To Haves

• BA/BS degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Monitors clients’ progress in treatment by providing group and individual education.
• Assists with social skills training, aftercare planning, and individual assignments.
• Assesses level of risk and makes appropriate clinical judgment for the resolution of client emergencies, resulting in a safe outcome.
• Supervises clients in complying with program rules, guidelines, and directives while they participate in all aspects of the program.
• Participates in evaluation of clients’ progress in weekly staff meetings and daily shift change. Assists in clients’ treatment planning.
• Encourages client motivation through one-to-one meetings.
• Completes required documentation on clients including observations of behavior changes in clients and accomplishment of treatment goals.
• Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings and in services to enhance skills.
• Supports the milieu by intervening with behavioral concerns and encouraging clients’ social skills.
• Transports clients to community activities.

Benefits

• Retirement plans 401(a) and 403(b) plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Bonus to eligible PRN employees based upon organizational and individual performance.
• Employee discount on Valley View Medical Services
• Use of Sunlight and Aspen SkiCo day passes

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED