Employment Specialist

Requirements

• Active Driver’s License within the state of Louisiana or ability to transfer license to LA.
• Bachelor’s in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work or Counseling.
• Willingness to work in a community-based setting and with members diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness.

Responsibilities

Assist members with reaching occupational and/or educational goals.

Provide our members with vocational rehabilitation through assessment and supportive employment methods.

Aid our members in maintaining resources and benefits that can assist them in meeting their basic needs.

Offer crisis support, reinforcements, and education to all members on the team.

Qualifications

• Experience with evidence-based services for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation techniques and resources.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Roth retirement plan option.
• DailyPay program.
• Self-care tools and resources on the Goga platform.
• Backup childcare, elder care, and household services through Access Care.com.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs.
• Pryor Online Learning for free personal development classes.

About the Role

Earn $22/hour + $7,500/year mileage stipend.

Join our team at our program in Lafayette, LA.

We are a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services.

We are dedicated to providing support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families each year.

We follow a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.