Employment Specialist

About the role

The Edinburg Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Employment Specialist to join our Program of Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) team. This community-based role supports adults living with serious mental health challenges as they work toward employment, independence, recovery, and community integration.

Responsibilities

• Build supportive and therapeutic relationships with persons served
• Aid individuals in identifying vocational interests, strengths, and employment goals
• Provide vocational supportive counseling and career planning
• Teach job-seeking skills, interview preparation, resume development, and workplace readiness
• Develop individualized employment opportunities based on a person's interests, abilities, and goals
• Provide job coaching, on-the-job support, and problem-solving assistance
• Conduct employment assessments and workplace evaluations
• Congratulate employers, state vocational rehabilitation agencies, and community employment resources
• Support individuals in overcoming barriers that may impact employment success
• Assist with transportation planning, workplace preparation, and employment-related supports
• Respond to crises and support individuals in achieving their recovery goals
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation

Requirements

• Required: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) and at least one year of experience in human services, behavioral health, vocational rehabilitation, employment services, or a related field OR Master's Degree (MA/MSW)
• Preferred: Experience working with individuals with mental health challenges, experience providing vocational supportive counseling, knowledge of vocational rehabilitation and supported employment services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) and at least one year of experience in human services, behavioral health, vocational rehabilitation, employment services, or a related field
• Master's Degree (MA/MSW) preferred
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Skills

• Passionate about helping individuals achieve independence through employment
• Strong communicator who enjoys building relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
• Comfortable working independently in the community and collaboratively within a team
• Knowledgeable about employment services, vocational rehabilitation, or workforce development
• Committed to recovery-oriented and person-centered care

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Meaningful work that changes lives every day

Pay

$21.46 (Master's Degree negotiable)

Schedule

Sun-Thurs 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM