Treatment Advocate (Friday, Saturday, Sunday 7pm-7am)
On-siteEtta, Mississippi, United States
Job Summary
Welcome new patients, conduct belongings searches, and perform safety rounds while observing client activities and behavior during daily shifts. Coordinate treatment meetings and counseling services, provide support and encouragement, and intervene in crisis situations to deescalate conflicts. Transport clients and facility visitors, load or unload baggage, and make overnight drives requiring irregular hours. Ensure all documentation meets contract and licensure standards, communicate with departments and staff, and report safety concerns to management. Maintain professional boundaries, adhere to HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 guidelines, and assist in monitoring the therapeutic milieu. Work Friday through Sunday from 7pm to 7am, making new clients feel welcomed and comfortable during all interactions.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required from an accredited institution
- Valid Driver's License required with insurable driving record
- Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems
- Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours
- Ability to sit, use hands and fingers, talk or hear, and smell continually
- Ability to stand, walk and reach frequently
- Ability to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch occasionally
- Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
- Close vision required to see computer monitor, read documents, and operate copy and fax machine
- Distance vision required to drive an automobile, if driving is a requirement of the job
Desired Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelor's Degree preferred in Behavioral Sciences (social sciences, human services, counseling or psychology)
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a behavioral healthcare field preferred
- Knowledge of utilizing electronic health record software and documentation preferred
- Ability to read, write and interpret written information, type documentation, present information to groups and participate in meetings
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
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