Behavioral Health Advocate
Educational Data Systems · $58,000 (stated in the posting)
Job Description:
Salary: $58,000/year
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Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your skills, experience and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Are you goal driven? Then this position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic and team-oriented 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
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