Part Time Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Cuyahoga County
Listed compensation
$20-$22/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Job Location: OH - Cleveland - Cleveland, OH
- Position Type: Part Time
- Education Level: High School
- Salary Range: Undisclosed
- Travel Percentage: Road Warrior
- Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Part Time Behavioral Health Respite Treatment Advocate; Cuyahoga County
- Compensation: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour
plus mileage reimbursement Part-time position, up to 29 hours per week Are you seeking a behavioral health internship or an experience working with adolescents, youth, and children? Are you interested in a career in social services, whether you’re new to the field or have experience?
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 (BHRTAs) 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 behavioral health and respite care for individuals with mental and behavioral health diagnoses in the home, community, and office setting.
BHRTAs work with our clients to develop social and emotional functioning. We help youth learn and practice core interpersonal communication and emotional regulation skills during the services we provide. BHRTAs also provide family relief when there may not be other support systems available. Outings are 3 hours and can include activities in the community or in the home.
Responsibilities may include transportation, participation in community activities, or one-on-one in-home services. Working at NYAP Flexible schedule Excellent compensation Mileage reimbursement
Participate in the development of youth treatment/service plans. Interact with youth to develop a trusting, supportive relationship while assisting in achieving identified goals. Provide oversight and participate in one-on-one activities with clients according to their 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 clients to and from outside locations and activities as needed.
Minimum
Qualifications
GED or high school diploma; required. Associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or enrollment in an accredited associate’s or bachelor’s program; preferred. Experience and familiarity with children of all ages; preferred. Experience in child welfare; preferred.
Daily travel required, with willingness to meet clients on a flexible schedule or during non-traditional hours, including after-school hours, evenings, and weekends. Working, reliable telephone.
Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smartphones, 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! nyap.org Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.
Qualifications: An Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Disability/veterans.
Key Responsibilities
Support children, youth, and adolescents with behavioral health needs by building trusting relationships, following treatment plans, and helping them develop social, communication, and emotional regulation skills. Provide respite and one-on-one services in homes and community settings, document services and outcomes, identify community resources, and transport clients as needed.
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree, enrollment in such a program, and experience with children or child welfare are preferred. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation and telephone, a good driving record, required auto insurance, computer proficiency, and availability for daily travel and flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$44k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $47k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$47k in purchasing power | Ohio index 92.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Ohio | 51 active | 803 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 855 in the last 30 days | 543 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −2.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
