What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Behavioral Health Advocate position at Adolescent Wellness Academy?
Youth Behavioral Health Advocate
Adolescent Mental Health IOP/PHP
Location: Boca Raton, FL (On-Site)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM–8:00 PM
Employment Type: Part-Time
Program Launch: March 2026
About the Role
Adolescent Wellness Academy (AWA) is hiring a Youth Behavioral Health Advocate to support our evening IOP/PHP program for adolescents ages 13–17. This role functions similarly to a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), providing supervision, structure, and support to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.
You will be a key member of the treatment team, supporting program flow, client safety, and family experience during evening programming.
Key Responsibilities
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Supervise and support adolescents during groups, transitions, and breaks
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Monitor safety and maintain program structure
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Support clinicians with program flow and scheduling
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Assist with family check-in/check-out
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Manage front desk tasks (phones, attendance, documentation)
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Respond to escalations using trauma-informed approaches
Qualifications
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Experience working with adolescents preferred
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Ideal for students/recent grads in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Education, or related fields
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Spanish-speaking preferred
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Strong communication skills and professionalism
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Organized and dependable in a fast-paced setting
Why Join AWA?
Be part of launching a new adolescent mental health program and gain hands-on experience within a supportive clinical team. Strong growth potential as the program expands.