National Youth Advocate Program
Behavioral Health Specialist
Pay$1200.00 / month
LocationRemote
Employment typeOther
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Job Description
- Req#: 307276
Employer Industry: Nonprofit - Social Services
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary of $47,000
- Student Loan Repayment assistance, up to $1,200 per year
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- 22 Days Off Each Year! Plus 11 Paid Holidays Per Year!
- Competitive salaries and benefits, including a 401(k), Summer Hours (reduced work schedule), Tuition Assistance, and Work Anniversary Trips
- Excellent training and continuing education opportunities on various professional topics
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Maintain contact with children, youth, families, and child-serving partners through regular and planned sessions
- Provide behavioral stabilization services, psychoeducation, advocacy, and other professional services
- Respond to after-hour emergency situations as outlined in on-call responsibilities
- Travel daily to provide community-based services to youth and families
- Complete all required documentation and trainings in a timely manner
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Degree in Social Work or a comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 1 year of work experience working directly with children, youth, and families
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automotive insurance with a good driving record
- Willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours
- Capacity to effectively work with and respect diverse cultures and backgrounds
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience in behavioral health or related fields
- Familiarity with community resources and services for children and families
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to coach and transfer knowledge to child-serving partners
- Proficiency in using technology for documentation and communication
#Nonprofit #SocialServices #BehavioralHealth #CareerOpportunity #CommunityImpactAbout the company
We are National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP). We have a non-negotiable commitment to do what is best for children, youth and their families and have an abiding faith that every person has an innate ability to learn, grow and develop. We provide opportunities and resources to youth and families through our innovative programs and services, and we strongly support and offer guidance to our dedicated foster parents. We work hard to build community support and advocate with public agencies and officials on behalf of youth and families. We are united by our humanity and enriched by our diversity and are committed to supporting and protecting youth and families and to strengthening the communities we are proud to serve. We are NYAP.