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Agency Profile : Spectrum Health & Human Services respectfully partners with adults, children, and families as they recover from behavioral, emotional, mental health and/or substance related disorders by offering individualized and meaningful opportunities of hope, empowerment and support to achieve self-defined improvements in their quality of life.

Full-time: 800 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY

SUMMARY OF POSITION FUNCTION:

Provide vocational/employment support to individuals who are receiving services from the Spectrum Health & Human Services ACT team.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities

+ Assist individuals with identifying employment/vocational goals.

+ Explore with individuals the steps needed to obtain Employment/Vocational Goals.

+ Conduct vocational assessments when needed.

+ Assist with job exploration that matches an individual’s strengths and desires.

+ Assist with developing skills necessary to choosing, securing and maintaining employment.

+ Assist with the electronic submission of applications and resumes.

+ Educate individuals served and staff on Employment/Vocational services available to them.

+ Assist individuals with overcoming barriers they may face in obtaining their Employment/vocational goals

+ Provide rapid non-traditional employment opportunities to those individuals seeking such goals

+ Provide resources for individuals and staff regarding Work Incentive Benefits for those on SSDI/SI who pursue vocational goals

+ Network with local Vocational Programs to assist individuals with Vocational goals

+ Ability to utilize electronic data systems (i.e. electronic records and computers).

+ Provide case management for clients including coordinating and monitoring these activities.

+ Conduct ACT comprehensive assessments to assist in the development of treatment plans in conjunction and collaboration with the treatment team and providers.

+ Document and maintain an individual’s permanent record.

+ Responsible in providing individual with supportive therapy, linkages to support services as well as assistance in the development of symptom management and rehabilitation skills.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

+ Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Outlook, as well as the use of the internet to complete job searches and applications.

+ Must have some degree of knowledge and experience of vocational programs available for individuals.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field plus one year work experience with mental health recipients OR

+ Associate degree in Human Services or related field with two years’ experience working with mental health recipients

+ LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC(P), PHD, PSYD, RN, CASAC preferred

EXPERIENCE:

+ Three years work-related experience

+ Must possess a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record & drive in the community with own vehicle.

COMPENSATION: $23.09/hr - $29.44/hr