Behavioral Health Advocate

Job Description:

Title: PA Lehigh Valley Behavioral Health Advocate

Classification: Part-time - 12 hours per week (non-exempt)

Salary: $28.85 hourly

Do you have a passion for making a difference in someone’s life? Are you looking for an opportunity to use your background and empathetic nature to work for a progressive, forward-thinking and family-owned company where creativity is encouraged? Then the Behavioral Health Advocate position is for you! We are seeking a dynamic, team-oriented and caring 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

EDSI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.