Employment
Recovery Advocate
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Department and Status: Clinical, Non-Exempt
- Supervisor: Branch Director
- Positions Supervised: None
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED;
- Valid drivers' license and ability to access and transport members in all company vehicles if applicable;
- Organizational, communication and time management skills;
- Must be able to work in a team atmosphere;
- Honest, dependable, self motivated and dedicated;
- Must be able to pass company paraprofessional training;
- Must be able to lift 35 lbs.;
- and Possess values congruent with this agency's philosophy and mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain caseload of 8 to 18 members; Maintain certifications in CMP, CPI, CPR, First Aide and AED courses;
- Inspire hope and protect the rights of the members;
- Demonstrate knowledge and use of community resources;
- Maintain healthy relationships, advocate for the members to ensure needs are met;
- Monitor the health and safety of members, the signs and symptoms of their mental illness, reporting any concerns to the appropriates staff;
- Provide safe, law abiding transportation;
- Implement the Treatment Plan/POC for caseload, provide adequate interventions based on the members' POC and document in timely manner;
- Work as a team member on the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team;
- Maintain open communication with Branch Manager, Clinical Director, Shift Supervisor and all other appropriate staff;
- Demonstrate compliance with all Birch policies and procedures and commitment to the Birch mission and philosophy;
- and Must perform all other duties assigned by supervisor.
