Contingent Ancillary Services Treatment Advocate; Trumbull County
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National Youth Advocate Program
Warren, OH, US
Summary
The Treatment Advocate provides one-on-one support and advocacy for youth while transporting them to various community appointments. They also assist in developing treatment plans, documenting client outcomes, and identifying community resources to support family reunification.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Warren, OH 44483Position Type: ContingentEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesAncillary Services Treatment Advocate; Trumbull County
Compensation: $20.00 per hour.
This is a Contingent position.
Are you interested in a career in social services? Are you new to or have experience working in this field? Are you a student or recent graduate seeking experience in mental and behavioral health? This position is a direct, hands-on opportunity with great flexibility.
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 a destination.
Working at NYAP
• Flexible Schedule
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Hands on Experience
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).
Minimum Qualifications
• Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor’s Program; preferred; GED or HS 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 and weekends.
• 21 years of age or older
• 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.
Driving and Vehicle Requirements
Valid driver’s license
Reliable personal transportation
Good driving record
Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability
Apply today!
www.nyap.org/employment
Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
QualificationsAn Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
(NYAP) National Youth Advocate Program has a non-negotiable commitment to do what is best for children, youth and their families. We provide opportunities and resources through our innovative programs and services. We are dedicated to strengthening the families and communities we are proud to serve.
Founded
1978
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Columbus, Ohio
(NYAP) National Youth Advocate Program has a non-negotiable commitment to do what is best for children, youth and their families. We provide opportunities and resources through our innovative programs and services. We are dedicated to strengthening the families and communities we are proud to serve.
Founded
1978
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Columbus, Ohio