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Contingent Ancillary Services Treatment Advocate; Licking County

national youth advocate program nyapNewark, OH

5 days ago

Occupations

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersChild, Family, and School Social WorkersCommunity and Social Service Specialists, All Other

Industries

Other Individual and Family ServicesChild and Youth ServicesOutpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

$20.00

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Ancillary Services Treatment Advocate; Licking CountyNewark, OH 43055
Overview: Position Type Contingent Education Level High School Travel Percentage Road Warrior Category Nonprofit - Social Services
Description: Ancillary Services Treatment Advocate; Licking County
Compensation: $20.00 plus mileage
Up to 19 hours per week 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 NYAPFlexible Schedule 19 hours per week 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:
  • GED or HS Diploma required; Associate's degree, Bachelor's Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor's Program; preferred
  • 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.
  • 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!

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JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$20.00

Experience level

Mid

Location

Newark, OH

Occupation

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers

Industry

Other Individual and Family Services

Posted

5 days ago

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