Behavioral Health Advocate - Opioid Grant

Job Locations US-PA-Wilkes-Barre
ID
2024-2522
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Category
Case Management
Position Type
Regular Full-Time

Overview

Salary $55,000 year

Title: Behavioral Health Advocate
Classification: Non-Exempt


Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your
background and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where
creativity is encouraged? Then the Behavioral Health Advocate position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic, team-
oriented and caring individual to join our spirited team.
Scope of Position: The Behavioral Health Advocate (BHA) is responsible for the assessment and intervention of
program participants who have identified behavioral health concerns as being a barrier to reaching their full potential.
As a BHA, you will assist in providing brief therapeutic interventions and referring to long-term external supportive
services when applicable.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:
• Assess and build therapeutic relationships with participants to assist with client-centered interventions aimed
at reducing barriers
• Provide holistic individualized supportive services to assist in client’s professional and personal developmental
needs and opportunities
• Provide individual coaching, psychoeducation, and facilitating groups when applicable
• Identify beneficial community resources for participants and coordinate external referrals when appropriate
• Uphold confidentiality standards with all client interactions, in accordance with your advanced degree and/or
licensing board
• Maintain organized, confidential, and well documented participant case notes in accordance with program
standards, and with ethical consideration for your licensure board
• Other opportunities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:
• Master’s degree required in Social Work, Counseling, Counseling Education or related field, with 2-3 years of
clinical experience
• Firm grasp of ethical expectations and the ability to maintain ethical standards without onsite supervision
• Experience with counseling individuals and families
• Ability to prioritize tasks and great documentation skills
• Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment
• Customer service experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid driver’s license and automobile required

 

*If pursuing a LCSW or LPC, we will provide free clinical supervision*

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