Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate;

Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP)

Butler County

About the Role

This is a part-time position offering 25-29 hours per week, with a pay rate of $20.00 per hour. The schedule includes weekdays between 3 PM and 8 PM, with optional weekend availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of youth treatment/service plans.
• Interact with youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
• Provide oversight and participate in one-on-one activities with the client according to the treatment plan.
• 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.
• Provide transportation for client(s) to and from outside locations and activities as needed.
• Responsibilities may include transportation, participation in community activities, or one-on-one in-home services.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability.
• Working, reliable telephone.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers.
• Proficient use of software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor’s Program.
• GED or High School Diploma; Required.
• Experience in child welfare; Preferred.
• 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, evenings, and weekends.

Working at NYAP includes:

• Flexible Schedule
• Excellent Compensation
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Phone Allowance