Supported Employment Specialist - TM008

About the role

The Supported Employment Specialist will assist clients in developing goals related to employment and vocational rehabilitation that will ensure positive outcomes for clients using the IPS fidelity model. This position requires a significant amount of time in the community, such as client residences and local businesses.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients in establishing trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in community settings.
• Adequately adhere to all aspects of the IPS fidelity model.
• Assist clients in learning how benefits will be affected by earned income.
• Help clients think about long-term employment goals, work history, strengths, justice involvement, and other factors that are related to and may affect vocational goals.
• Develop individual employment plans with clients that incorporates information from the client’s employment goals.
• Collaborate with clinicians and other providers regarding information that may be included in this plan and will be coordinated with comprehensive plan of care.
• Support clients in connecting to, engaging with, and following through with employment opportunities.
• Provide outreach services to potential employers, educators, community partners, and other networking contacts to promote positive community connections.
• Work as a liaison between client and potential employer to assist with orientation, training, and engagement.

Requirements

Commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or mental health conditions.
• Knowledge of supported employment principles and practices.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, and community partners.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

NARA NW offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings options, and paid time off.

Pay

$24.75 – $32.50 hourly, Non-Exempt

Schedule

This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm