Behavioral Health Advocate

Salary $55,000-58,000 year

Behavioral Health Advocate

Non-Exempt

Have you heard of “Opportunity Youth”?... 1 in 5 Americans aged 16 to 24 are neither employed nor in school, making this an at-risk and disconnected population. These young adult participants present with complex stressors and unique barrier remediation needs while navigating a pivotal developmental life stage. The Behavioral Health Advocate will provide support to assist them with life skills, decision-making, emotional regulation, self-advocacy, and fostering healthy relationships. 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.

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 available

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