ACT Advocate

Conduct intensive case management and problem-solving interventions for chronically mentally ill clients within the Assertive Community Treatment Team. Initiate assessment, treatment planning, and scheduling while providing direct clinical care through individual counseling, psychoeducation, and advocacy for independent community living. Participate in daily team meetings, interdisciplinary service planning, and 24-hour rotating on-call crisis coverage. Educate clients and families regarding mental health symptoms, medication effects, and compliance. Represent the program in the community to support persons with mental illness and their families. Engage in professional development to enhance intervention strategies and maintain state licensure.