Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Butler County

This part‑time Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate role covers Butler County and offers a flexible schedule ideal for students, recent graduates, or anyone seeking hands‑on experience in social services. Treatment Advocates work directly with adolescents, youth, children, and families to provide advocacy and support through behavioral health and respite care in home, community, and office settings. Duties include transportation, community‑based activities, and one‑on‑one in‑home services.

Pay & Schedule

• $20.00 per hour
• 25–29 hours per week
• Weekdays 3 PM–8 PM
• Weekends optional (one weekend day if desired; some staff prefer Sundays with Friday–Saturday off)

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of youth treatment/service plans
• Build trusting, supportive relationships with youth and assist them in achieving identified goals
• Provide oversight and engage in 1‑on‑1 activities with clients according to the treatment plan
• 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
• Provide transportation for client(s) to and from outside locations and activities as needed

Requirements

• 21 years of age or older
• Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, or current enrollment in an accredited Associate’s or Bachelor’s program (preferred); GED or high school diploma required
• Experience in child welfare (preferred)
• Daily travel required with willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule, including after‑school hours, evenings, and weekends
• Working, reliable telephone
• Proficient with desktop/laptop computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, fax machines, photocopiers, and software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs

Driving Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Phone allowance