What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advocate Supporter PRP Mental Health position at Helping Hands PRP INC?
Helping Hands PRP Inc.
Mental Health Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP)
Helping Hands PRP Inc. is currently hiring PRP Advocates to support adults, adolescents, and children with mental health needs. We value advocate strengths and interests and take into consideration the population each advocate prefers to serve, while maintaining program needs and compliance.
Position Title
Mental Health PRP Advocate – Minors & Adults
Note: Applicants must be willing to work with minors, adults, and families
Our Mission
Helping Hands PRP Inc. is a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP) that promotes recovery, community integration, and improved quality of life for individuals diagnosed with mental health conditions that significantly impact daily functioning.
PRP services are person-directed, collaborative, and individualized, focusing on helping individuals develop the skills and access the resources needed to succeed in the living, working, learning, and social environments of their choice.
Our program supports individuals diagnosed with, including but not limited to:
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Adjustment Disorders
- Depressive Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Helping Hands PRP Inc. provides blended PRP services, including on-site, off-site, and telehealth visits, to ensure continuity of care and flexibility for clients and families.
Job Responsibilities
PRP Advocates are responsible for delivering high-quality, recovery-focused services while maintaining compliance with state and program regulations.
Service Delivery Requirements
- Complete three (3) visits per month for minors, with each visit lasting a minimum of 45 mins to one (1) hour
- Complete six (6) visits per month for adults, with each visit lasting a minimum of 45 mins to one (1) hour
- Provide blended services, including both telehealth and in-person visits
Documentation & Compliance
- Complete all required documentation, including:
- HHPRP Progress Notes
- Monthly Summaries
- Therapy Notes
- Signature Sheets
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant records
Collaboration & Supervision
- Participate in monthly supervision with a direct supervisor
- Attend monthly staff meetings and trainings, as scheduled by the Program Director
- Collaborate with therapists on a monthly basis to support treatment goals and continuity of care
- Communicate and collaborate with individuals involved in the client’s care, including:
- Parents and guardians
- Teachers and school personnel
- Other providers, as appropriate
- Monitor behavior, progress, and goal attainment at least bi-weekly
Client Support & Advocacy
- Provide guidance related to:
- Vocational goals
- Educational planning
- Family relationships
- Social skills
- Daily life decision-making
- Actively link clients to community resources and supports
- Promote skill-building, independence, and recovery
Minimum Qualifications
- At least five (5) years of applicable experience working with adults and minors
- Must be 25 years of age or older
- High school diploma required
- Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team
Training
In accordance with COMAR 10.21.29.09:
- All HHPRP Advocates must complete 60 hours of orientation, training, and shadowing
- Training must be completed within one (1) month of the hire date
- Training will be structured and supervised by the Direct Supervisor
- In-person training will be scheduled with the Program Director
- Accreditation Now online training will be assigned on the first day of training
Travel Requirements
- Advocates use their personal vehicle for:
- Client visits
- Supervision sessions
- Required meetings and trainings
- Must be able to travel locally for in-person services
Work Schedule & Service Model
- Hybrid work model:
- Approximately 50% remote (telehealth)
- Approximately 50% face-to-face client services
- All in-person services require appropriate safety measures, including:
- Face masks
- Hand sanitizer
- Other required protective measures, as applicable
Join Helping Hands PRP Inc. and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering individuals and families through recovery-focused mental health services.
Job Types: Contract, Per diem
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baltimore, MD 21218