Contingent Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Jackson County

Behavioral HealthPart-Time

Listed compensation

$21.00 Per Hour

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Jackson, OH 45640Position Type: ContingentEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesBehavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Jackson County Compensation: $21.00 Per Hour. Weekdays: Between 3 PM and 7 PM Weekends: Between 9 AM and 9 PM Contingent position up to 19 hours per week Are you interested in a career in social services? Are you new to or have experience working in this field? Are you a student or recent graduate seeking experience in mental and behavioral health? This position is a direct, hands on opportunity with great flexibility. Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocates with National Youth Advocate Program work closely with adolescents, youth, and children as well as families and community partners, to provide advocacy and support through behavior health and respite care for individuals with mental and behavioral health diagnoses in the home, community and office setting. Responsibilities may include transportation, participation in community activities, or one on one in home services. Working at NYAP - Flexible Schedule - Excellent Compensation - Mileage Reimbursement - Phone Allowance Responsibilities

  • Participate in the development of the youth treatment/service plans
  • Work with a minimum of 5 families per week (each session is 3 hours)
  • Interact with the youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals.
  • Ability to provide oversight and participate in 1-on-1 activities with the client according to treatment plan.
  • Ability to 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
  • Must be willing to provide transportation for client(s) to and from outside locations and activities as needed. Minimum Qualifications
  • Associates Degree, Bachelor’s Degree or enrollment in an accredited Associates or Bachelor’s Program; Preferred, GED or High School Diploma; Required.
  • Experience in child welfare; Preferred.
  • Daily travel required with the willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours if needed; Availability for after school hours, evenings and weekends.
  • Working, reliable telephone.
  • Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. Driving and Vehicle Requirements Valid driver’s license Reliable personal transportation Good driving record Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability Apply today! www.nyap.org/employment Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy. Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

Key Responsibilities

The advocate provides direct behavioral health and respite support to youth and families in home, community, and office settings. Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, documenting outcomes, and providing transportation for client activities.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required, with an associate or bachelor's degree preferred. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Case ManagementClient DocumentationCommunity OutreachTreatment PlanningCrisis InterventionData EntryCommunication

Behavioral Health Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Jackson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$217k
Median resident rent
$759/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About National Youth Advocate Program

Individual and Family Services
Columbus, Ohio
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Schedule
Mileage Reimbursement
Phone Allowance