
Patient Rights Advocate (5150 Trainer), Patient Advocacy
Job Description
Our highly regarded advocates investigate and resolve complaints, concerns, appeals, or grievances received from behavioral health clients about rights violations, coordinate efforts with other agencies as needed, and visit and monitor facilities for compliance with clients’ rights laws, regulations and policies. They also ensure that clients, staff, owners, and administrators are informed of the rights of persons receiving behavioral health services. This role will provide advocacy services to clients receiving behavioral health services. They also represent clients at Certification Review Hearings for involuntary holds in hospitals. You are proud of your communication skills, both written and oral. You demonstrate great compassion for your fellow man, responsibility, and accountability.