Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Mental Health Advocate.  About the Organization Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton is a faith inspired non-profit organization, mission-driven, family-friendly, and passionate about services to our communities. We offer a wide variety of exciting career opportunities in the areas of Direct Care, Clinical, Fundraising, Human Resources, IT, Finance, Marketing, and Nursing. When you join us, you can expect a true focus on work-life balance, rewarding career, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefit programs. Some of our benefits include: generous paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; Employee Assistance Program, excellent health & pension plans; Public Student Loan Forgiveness program; and wide array of training and staff development opportunities to earn on-site CEUs. Catholic Charities is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for staff as well as for people seeking assistance. To learn more about the agency, please visit our website at: www.catholiccharitiestrenton.org. For frequently asked questions, please click here: https://www.catholiccharitiestrenton.org/careers/frequently-asked-questions/   Req Number DIR-22-00103   Location BHS - PACT Mercer - Team I, II and III (Trenton, NJ)   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Number of Openings 3   Category Direct Care - Professionals / Paraprofessionals   Description Mental Health Advocate Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges? Do you thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments where your dedication can truly make a difference? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Position: Mental Health Advocate for PACT Team (Mercer County) Location: Trenton, NJ About Us: We are a cutting-edge and compassionate PACT (Program of Assertive Community Treatment) team dedicated to transforming the mental health landscape in our community. Our team is on a mission to empower individuals facing mental health issues to reclaim their lives, and we're seeking a dedicated Mental Health Advocate to join us in this rewarding journey. Responsibilities: As a Mental Health Advocate for our PACT team, you will: 1. Empower and Support: Advocate for the rights and well-being of individuals facing mental health challenges, ensuring they have a strong voice in their treatment plans. Collaborate with team members to develop personalized care strategies that prioritize individuals' goals and aspirations. 2. Community Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with community resources, fostering partnerships that enhance our clients' access to a broad range of support services. Organize and participate in community outreach events to reduce stigma and raise awareness about mental health. 3. Crisis Intervention: Provide timely and effective crisis intervention, offering support to clients during challenging moments. Collaborate closely with the PACT team to implement crisis prevention and intervention strategies. 4. Advocacy and Education: Stay informed about mental health policies, best practices, and emerging trends to advocate for systemic changes that positively impact our clients. Conduct educational sessions for clients, families, and community members to promote mental health awareness and destigmatize mental health challenges. Full job description JOB SUMMARY: Provides an array of mental health support services to the PACT consumer. Participates in the planning and provision of interdisciplinary training and development for all team members. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides support services which include but are not limited to personal care assistance (hygiene, grooming), life skill development (nutrition, money management, medication monitoring), entitlement management and advocacy, and supportive counseling (emotional support, job coach/vocational support, substance abuse support). Coordinates services with other agencies. Participates in treatment planning, ongoing assessment and discharge review process. Responsible for maintaining accurate and current consumer records. Advocates with community service providers for on-going, emergency and other forms of health care for consumers. Represents PACT, the Agency and/or consumer at various community based medical, treatment planning and service coordination meetings. Contributes to and participates in the delivery of interdisciplinary in-service training and case conferences. Provides on-call and emergency response (as needed) Provides psychiatric/medical case management and/or specialized services to consumers as warranted and/or requested. Participates in on-going supervision and/or program development with the Program Coordinator, which may consist of field visits to consumer residences, work sites, families, etc.       Position Requirements Qualifications: Associate's degree in psychiatric rehabilitation; OR Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health Science, Mental Health, Psychology, Public health, or related field. + 2 years’ experience providing mental health services.  Valid driver's license in good standing. Ability to be on-call maybe required. Demonstrated passion for mental health advocacy and a commitment to empowering individuals on their recovery journey. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and engage effectively with diverse community stakeholders. Understanding of trauma-informed care principles. How to Apply: If you are ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of those navigating mental health challenges, please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter outlining your passion for advocacy and your relevant experience. Join us in creating a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive! ~cb   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Weekly Work Hours 40 (Job has on-call responsibilities at a rate of $25 a day)   Proposed Salary 42,000   Schedule Monday thru Friday 8:30-4:30 some evenings and weekends  This position is currently accepting applications. 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