Contingent Ancillary Services Treatment Advocate; Tallmadge
About The Position
This is a Contingent position with a compensation of $20.00 per hour. It offers a direct, hands-on opportunity with great flexibility for individuals interested in a career in social services, whether they are new to the field, have experience, or are students/recent graduates seeking experience in mental and behavioral health. Ancillary Services Treatment Advocates with National Youth Advocate Program work closely with adolescents, youth, and children, as well as families and community partners, to provide one-on-one advocacy and support while transporting them to and from destinations.
Requirements
- GED or HS Diploma required.
- Daily travel required with the willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours if needed; Availability for after school hours and weekends.
- Working, reliable telephone.
- Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
- 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 Associates or Bachelor’s Program; preferred.
- Experience in child welfare; preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide interventions, as needed, with client(s) while being transported to and from various appointments and visits throughout the community.
- Participate in the development of the youth treatment/service plans as needed.
- Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
- Provide PSR and/or TBS Services (Training Provided).
- Ability to engage clients; document conversations and outcomes and submit paperwork for billing.
- Identify outside resources and services in the community for youth development and goal attainment.
- Assist in family reunification efforts with the youths’ primary family or other permanent living arrangements.
- Assist in Crisis Situations (daytime, afternoon, evenings, overnights, and weekends).
Benefits
- Flexible Schedule
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Hands on Experience
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
