Behavioral Health Advisor
Summary
We're looking for empathetic and patient people, strong communicators, and reliable and enthusiastic team players! If you thrive in a supportive environment and enjoy working with people, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
About the role
This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services’ Residential Programs in Steelton and Highspire, PA. These programs are designed to support adults with serious mental illness to live successfully in their home communities.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the development and implementation of each individual's Treatment/Support/Recovery Plan.
- Absorb and assist individuals where applicable in the management of the symptoms of their mental illness and establishing their own recovery plan.
- Absorb and assist individuals in the development of appropriate skill building necessary for living independently in the community.
- Utilize community resources to promote community integration, independence, and interdependence.
- Communicates and cooperates with on-site team, individual’s family, involved agencies, and the community in providing relevant information when needed and applicable.
- Provides support and assistance to individuals in arranging for medical care when responsible to do so and follows health care recommendations.
- Prepares meals, including individuals where regulations allow and encourages individuals to adhere to dietary guidelines.
- Models for team members and supports them in shadowing and training during task completion.
- Conducts fire drills, manages emergency situations during assigned work shifts, and provides coverage in emergency situations.
- Absorb and assists individuals in monitoring and/or administering medications.
- Be willing to learn and model the five principles of trauma informed care; safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment.
- Have a commitment to promote cultural, racial, language and gender access, diversity, equity and inclusion.
Qualifications
- One of the following combinations of education and experience: High school diploma or equivalency and related personal, professional, or educational experience; OR Bachelor's Degree in human services or related field.
- Able to work flexible hours.
Additional Requirements
- A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to a reliable vehicle to attend trainings, meetings, and/or transport individuals to appointments.
Pay
Base rate $20.50/hr. Education and experience is taken into account for potential higher starting rates. Plus an awake overnight $1.00/hr. shift differential for hours worked between 10 PM to 6 AM.
Schedule
Shifts are primarily afternoons, evenings, and weekends, offering flexibility and the chance to be there when clients need it most.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.
- Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave.
- Extensive Paid Training.
- Career Development Opportunities.
- Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay.
- Family Medical and Parental Leave.
- Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care.
- Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Life Insurance.
- Wellness Opportunities.
- Tuition Assistance.
- Mentor/Mentee Opportunities.