Community Advocate Starting Pay: $25.00 per hour Location: Anoka County / Fridley Schedule: Primarily Monday through Friday with some weeknights and weekends, depending on when the CSP is open The Community Support Program (CSP) will offer walk-in access to recovery-focused services that promote wellness, stability, and independence. Participants will receive support with goals, benefits, employment, housing, life skills, mental health education, peer groups, and community activities that emphasize connection and belonging. On-site, members can access meals, showers, laundry, fitness, and creative arts interventions. Community Advocate Responsibilities: Establish supportive and motivational relationships with members Meet with members individually or in group settings daily Offer services and interventions that meet the needs and goals of members daily Refer members to community services and supports Provide transportation to and from the CSP for members who live in Anoka County Ensure members follow program guidelines to ensure the program is safe and secure Coach members to utilize coping strategies and perform behavioral management interventions as needed Maintain member records in the electronic health record system Collaborate with other staff members, consultants, interns, and/or volunteers Community Advocate Requirements: 1-2 years of experience, 30 college credits in behavioral health, or combination required Experience working with adults with mental illness, chemical dependency issues, and/or co-occurring disorders required Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required Availability to work a variety of shifts to support the CSP when open required Experience working in a drop-in center strongly preferred Experience planning and facilitating group activities preferred Touchstone Mental Health Mission and Values: Touchstone Mental Health provides innovative, person-centered services that foster hope, health and wellbeing. Dignity and respect are cornerstones of all our interactions. Diversity, equity and inclusion create a welcoming culture that reflects compassion and embraces differences. Innovation, excellence and collaboration in our work helps us set the standard for mental health services and assures safe and affordable housing for the people we serve. Person-centered approaches ensure that all people have the right to make informed choices about their lives. Touchstone Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve and live in. People of color and LGBTQ-Identified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Touchstone Mental Health