Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Butler County

National Youth Advocate Program•Middletown, OH

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About The Position

National Youth Advocate Program is seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate covering Butler County. This part-time position offers 25–29 hours per week at $20.00 per hour, with weekday hours between 3 PM and 8 PM. Weekend work is optional, though availability for evenings and weekends may be needed. The role offers a flexible, hands-on opportunity in social services for people who are new to the field, experienced, students, or recent graduates interested in mental and behavioral health. Treatment Advocates work with adolescents, youth, children, families, and community partners to provide advocacy and support through behavioral health and respite care. Services are provided in clients’ homes, the community, and office settings. Work may include transportation, community activities, and one-on-one in-home services. The position also requires transporting youth. Benefits listed are available to eligible employees under the organization’s benefit policy.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
A GED or high school diploma is required.
Must have a working, reliable telephone.
Must be proficient with desktop and laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, and word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and a good driving record.
Must carry minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
Daily travel is required; must be willing to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours as needed.
Availability is required for after-school hours, evenings, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

An associate or bachelor’s degree, or enrollment in an accredited associate or bachelor’s program.
Experience in child welfare.

Responsibilities

Participate in developing youth treatment and service plans.
Build a trusting, supportive relationship with youth while helping them achieve identified goals.
Provide oversight and participate in one-on-one activities with clients according to 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.