Part Time Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Lorain County

National Youth Advocate Program•Lorain, OH

22h

About The Position

Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocates (BHRTAs) with National Youth Advocate Program work directly with adolescents, youth, children, families, and community partners to provide behavioral health advocacy and respite care for individuals with mental and behavioral health diagnoses. Services are provided in clients’ homes, in the community, and in an office setting. Advocates help youth 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, participation in community activities, and one-on-one in-home services. This is a part-time position of up to 29 hours per week, with a flexible schedule. Compensation is $20.00–$22.00 per hour, plus mileage reimbursement. Benefits are available to eligible employees as outlined by the organization’s benefit policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Daily travel is required.
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 degree, 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 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.