Employment Support Professional (ESP)

Easterseals PORT Health, a non-profit service provider in North Carolina & Virginia, is seeking a dedicated, people-oriented Employment Support Professional (ESP) to join our team in a community-based role throughout the Durham, NC territory.

About the role

The IPS Employment Support Professional (ESP) performs as an integral part of the management team working with adults with mental health and/or substance use issues. Primary duties are to secure community-based employment for individuals with disabilities according to the service definition and IPS Fidelity Model.

Responsibilities

• Develops the Person-Centered Employment Plan for individuals assigned.
• Collaborate with other ESP, Employment Peer Mentor, outside behavioral health providers, families, natural supports, housing, transportation, and other community service providers who support the individual.
• Assists individuals in mastering skills and meeting production standards. May be required to assist in performing individual’s job duties to maintain necessary production as well as model work behavior.
• Coordinates services with NCDVR staff.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting adults with mental health disabilities and/or substance abuse is preferred.
• Knowledge of the labor market and community services agencies as well as skills in writing task analysis, systemic job training, counseling, advocacy, and supported employment are preferred.
• Possesses a valid, unrestricted, state-appropriate driver’s license, has a good driving record, and carries current, unrestricted vehicle insurance.
• Willing to travel within assigned territory to support community-based program.
• Passion for helping others reach their full potential in the workforce.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday-Friday with flexible scheduling options (typically 9am-5pm).

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Benefits + an optional Flexible Health Spending Account (FSA).
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and more.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Employee Assistance Program and Legal services, when needed.
• Merchant discounts to improve purchasing power.

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy, compassionate partner providing exceptional disability, behavioral health, and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families in 11,000 home, facility, and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia. Our working environment supports employee and client health with a ‘no tobacco’ use policy (tobacco-free and smoke-free) in all offices, client facilities, properties, and agency vehicles.