Residential Advocate

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **Position Summary:**TheResidentialAdvocateprovides direct care and support to individuals residing in Arrowleafs recovery-oriented communityresidentialfacilities. These individuals experience substantial psychiatric disabilities and meet medical necessity criteria as determined by the Illinois Department of Mental Health. This position plays a critical role in the delivery of structured, person-centered, 24/7residentialcare that promotes recovery, safety, and independence. Staff in this role are required to remain awake and on-site during all scheduled shifts and will implement therapeutic interventions, skills training, and case management services consistent with Medicaid Rule 140 and Part 132 guidelines. **[Residential Advocate j]{#isPasted}ob duties include, but not limited to** - Provide 24-hour supervision and support in a safe, structuredresidentialsetting. - Deliver Medicaid-eligible behavioral health services, including community support and case management activities. - Implement individualized treatment plans through daily coaching, skill-building, behavioral interventions, and recovery-focused interactions. - Support residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, meal preparation, medication prompting, and community integration. - Document service delivery in compliance with Medicaid and agency standards using electronic health records. - Monitor, assess, and report client behaviors and symptoms to clinical staff to support individualized treatment planning. - Utilize de-escalation techniques and behavior management strategies to respond to psychiatric crises and maintain safety. - Support a trauma-informed, person-centered environment that encourages residents engagement in recovery. - Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and ongoing training to maintain required credentials and competencies. - Maintain facility cleanliness, organization, and safety in compliance with agency policies and regulatory requirements. **[Residential Advocate]{#isPasted}Working Conditions**: This position requires being awake and on-site during all scheduled shifts. May involve exposure to challenging behaviors and situations involving mental health crises. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 25 lbs., and assisting clients with physical needs.

Created: 2025-08-23