Part Time Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Cuyahoga County
About The Position
Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocates (BHRTAs) work with adolescents, youth, children, families, and community partners to provide advocacy and support through behavioral health and respite care for individuals with mental and behavioral health diagnoses. Services take place in homes, communities, and office settings. Advocates help young people develop social and emotional functioning, interpersonal communication, and emotional regulation skills, and provide family relief when other support systems may not be available. Outings are three hours and may involve activities in the community or at home. The role may include transportation, community activities, and one-on-one in-home services. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule, pays $20.00–$22.00 per hour, and provides mileage reimbursement. It is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and requires daily travel and availability to meet clients on a flexible schedule, including non-traditional hours.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Daily travel and willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours, including after-school hours, evenings, and weekends.
- Working, reliable telephone.
- Proficiency with desktop and laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, and photocopiers.
- Proficiency with word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Reliable personal transportation.
- Good driving record.
- Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree, or enrollment in an accredited associate’s or bachelor’s program.
- Experience and familiarity with children of all ages.
- Experience in child welfare.
Responsibilities
- Participate in developing youth treatment and service plans.
- Build trusting, supportive relationships with youth and assist them in achieving identified goals.
- Provide oversight and participate in one-on-one activities with clients in accordance with their treatment plans.
- Engage clients, document conversations and outcomes, and submit paperwork for billing.
- Identify community resources and services that support youth development and goal attainment.
- Transport clients to and from outside locations and activities as needed.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Compensation of $20.00–$22.00 per hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
