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Employment Specialist ACT

Job Details

Job Location

Queensbury-Bay-PCFC - Queensbury, NY

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$25.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Description

As an employment specialist for the ACT program, you will support the employment needs for ACT enrolled participants in Warren, Washington and Saratoga counties. You will help participants to identify interests and skills related to employment. You will provide services including preparation for employment, job training, developing community relationships with potential employers or vocational agencies, and educating community employers about serious mental illness. You will report to the Director of ACT and will work onsite with community travel.

Responsibilities:

• Engage individuals and establish trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of employment in community job settings

• Provide job development and job searching services directed toward positions that are individualized to the interests and uniqueness of the people on their caseload, following the procedures of the individual placement and support approach to supported employment

• Prioritize vocational skill and independent living skill development during routine client sessions.

• Provide individualized support to assist participants in securing and maintaining employment

• Support client needs surrounding insurance, identification, additional income, and other related needs to encourage independent living and personal success.

• Arrange access to benefits counseling and additional supports needed.

• Share a caseload of approximately 48 adults (residing in Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties) with the ACT team members; responsible for the oversight and completion of their treatment planning, clinical documentation, charting, and all necessary OMH, ACT, and Agency protocols.

• Participate in daily meetings surrounding case reviews, crisis intervention, clinical formulation, treatment planning and additional client/program needs.

• Participate in the agency trainings, that in turn support our client's needs, as assigned by Director • Must be willing to transport clients, in the agency vehicles, when applicable/appropriate.

• Meet with employers to provide psychoeducation about serious mental illness and develop plan on how to best support client's and employer's needs.

• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in mental health or a related field and at least 1+ year related experience required.

• A valid NYS driver's license required.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off

• Holiday Pay

• 401 (K) plan

• Life Insurance

• Loan repayment assistance

• Free training/CEU opportunities

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work. Northern Rivers Family Services is committed to keeping a safe and healthy working environment for all employees and the clients we serve. As an employee of Northern Rivers Family Services, you will be expected to perform your job in the safest possible manner and to acknowledge that safety is an important part of everyday performance. As an employee of Northern Rivers Family Services, you will adhere to all safety procedures and take part in safety program activities