Advocates fill a legally state mandated role to ensure that involuntarily detained persons in a psychiatric hospital have the opportunity to express their views regarding hospitalization, advocates support them through the process. Advocates review patient’s charts, interview patients, and attend probable cause hearings with the patient. Knowledge of mental illness is preferred. 2-4 hours per week, a 6 month commitment is needed. Training is provided. Contact Mike Lopez at 714-858-2911.
General office Assistant, clerical duties include answering telephones, filing, organizing charts, scheduling appointments. Knowledge of general office operations and interpersonal communication skills a plus. Volunteers must sign a confidentiality form and follow all MHA policies and procedures. Hours are flexible M-F, 8am – 5pm – a 6 month commitment is appreciated.
Contact:
Costa Mesa – Sommer Harriman, LCSW : 949-646-9227
Lake Forest – Chantelle Malabanan, MSW : 949-458-2715
Anaheim – Nayeli Manzano, AMFT : 714-638- 8277
Share your expertise with our members by leading a group, teaching a class, or assisting program staff with administrative and clerical tasks. Contact Carol Nevarez, Program Director at 657-667-6455.
If you would like to help plan the Meeting of the Minds mental health conference or the Community Service Awards Luncheon, contact MHA’s administrative offices at 714-547-7559.