(1775) Supportive Education/Employment Specialist
About the role
In support of our mission to continuously improve the health and independence of the individuals we serve, the Supported Education and Employment Specialist (SEES) provides evidence-based Supported Education and Supported Employment services under the supervision of the Clinical Program Manager. The SEES is an integral member of the ClearPath Early Onset Psychosis, a Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) team, providing recovery-oriented services to adolescents and young adults experiencing a first episode of psychosis.
Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary treatment team, the SEES assists individuals in identifying, obtaining, and maintaining competitive employment and achieving their educational goals through person-centered planning, skill development, advocacy, and coordination with employers, educational institutions, vocational resources, and community partners. Using evidence-based CSC principles and Supported Education and Employment practices, the SEES partners with individuals and their natural supports to identify strengths, reduce barriers to employment and education, promote community integration, and support recovery, independence, and overall quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Conduct ongoing psychosocial, educational, and vocational assessments
- Develop and implement Person-Centered Recovery Plans
- Provide rehabilitative skills training
- Coordinate services with internal and external providers
- Facilitate referrals to community resources
- Participate in crisis intervention and safety planning, as appropriate
- Deliver all services in close collaboration with the multidisciplinary treatment team
- Document services accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR)
Requirements
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or 24 credit hours in a human services-related field
- Strong understanding of mental health diagnoses and treatment
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, recovery-oriented environment
- Proven ability to build meaningful connections with individuals served
- Valid Texas driver’s license and maintain approved driver status throughout employment
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred
- At least one year of experience providing wellness and recovery support services in mental health, substance use treatment, and/or crisis intervention and screening
- Actively pursuing clinical licensure in counseling, behavior analysis, social work, family therapy, or a related discipline is encouraged, with preference given to those holding advanced or full licensure
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly valued
- Experience with concurrent (real-time) documentation practices is desirable
- Current licensure as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) is a plus
Skills
- Exceptional organizational, communication, advocacy, relationship-building, and service coordination skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compliance with agency, contractual, and state requirements
- Knowledge of serious mental illness, early psychosis, psychotropic medications, substance use disorders, motivational interviewing, recovery-oriented care, community resources, and evidence-based behavioral health practices
- Patient, innovative, resilient, and collaborative approach
- Excellence in advocacy, service coordination, relationship-building, clinical documentation, and multidisciplinary teamwork
- Sound judgment and ability to prioritize needs during crisis situations
Benefits
- Excellent benefits package and generous leave accruals
Pay
Hourly Salary Range: $21.46 – $27.71
- $0.75/hour differential for Bilingual
- $1.00/hour differential for Associate or Advanced licensure
- Up to $4.00/hour tenure differential with BTCS
- $0.50/hour differential for LCDC
Salary Amount: $44,636.00 - $57,636.00/year
Schedule
A minimum of 40% of working hours must be dedicated to direct service delivery. Work schedules may include evening hours, as needed, to accommodate the needs and availability of individuals and their families.