PRC ADVOCATE

About MPNN BH

At Middle Peninsula Northern Neck Behavioral Health (MPNN BH) we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work each day.

Our purpose is to serve our catchment area with the power of human connection in a compassionate and respectful way. If interested in serving your community while working at a rewarding career, you belong here.

The position of PRC Advocate is responsible for:

• The PRC Advocate may facilitate or host calendar events related to employment or recovery.
• The PRC Advocate does not open the center late or close early, come to work on time and stays at work until the shift is over.
• In an emergency , exceptions must be authorized by the supervisor
• The expectation is to work the assigned shift, and must call the supervisor in advance for delayed or cannot be at work.
• The PRC Advocate welcomes each visitor one drink and one snack.
• They encourage visitors to sign the visitor log and keep a list of drinks and snacks used on their shift.
• The PRC Advocate must keep the waiting room or PRC areas neat and clean at all time.
• The PRC Advocate must stay in the center when visitors are present.
• The PRC Advocate participates in job-related training as recommended by the supervisor.

High School Diploma or equivalent, and 1 to 2years related experience working as a PRC or in Peer Recovery.

• The PRC Advocate is mature professional who makes good decisions and is paid to serve peers.
• The positions requires the Advocate to know when to ask for help, and how to contribute to positive healthy values of MPNN BH PRC.
• The Advocate serves as a role model and shows others that people with mental health issues can be helpful and capable people.
• The Advocate maintains professional attitude.
• Overall, the Advocate maintains a Recovery attitude and focus while at work.

Must possess valid Virginia's License; CPR /First Aid Certifications, and TOVA. Must be tuberculosis free 30 days from hire and annually.