Advocate I

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Morganton, North Carolina, US
$43,267.00 - $75,718.00; not specified; not specif...
1st shift (8:00am-5:00pm), monday – friday; provides after-hours, holiday on-call coverage.
Investigating abuse, neglect, exploitation
Interpreting rules and regulations
Providing education and training
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an Advocate I for the J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, NC. The role involves providing technical assistance and advocacy for residents' rights within state-operated healthcare facilities, emphasizing investigations of rights violations and education for stakeholders

Job Summary

  • The Advocate protects the rights of those served at state-operated healthcare facilities through investigations into abuse, neglect, exploitation, and other rights violations, incident reviews, and providing education, training, and consultation.
  • The Advocate provides training for residents, families, facility staff, and Human Rights Committee members and serves on committees, workgroups, and treatment teams at a facility level.
  • The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center provides comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of North Carolina.

Matching Summary

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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an Advocate I for the J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, NC. The role involves providing technical assistance and advocacy for residents' rights within state-operated healthcare facilities, emphasizing investigations of rights violations and education for stakeholders.

Salary

$43,267.00 - $75,718.00; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Investigating abuse, neglect, exploitation
  • Interpreting rules and regulations
  • Providing education and training
  • Serving as a liaison
  • Working with residents and guardians

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Effective planning and coordination
  • Independent work ethic
  • Collaborating with clinical disciplines
  • Researching applicable laws and policies

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in human services
  • Years of experience in human services or advocacy
  • Experience with investigative processes
  • Knowledge of resident rights and applicable laws

Work Rights

Not specified

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