Education & Employment Specialist ACT

Compass Health Network•Jefferson City, MO

1d•Remote

About The Position

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. The schedule is Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. As an Education and Employment Specialist with our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team, you’ll help individuals living with psychiatric disabilities rediscover purpose and independence through meaningful employment and educational opportunities. This role combines advocacy, coaching, and hands-on support to help people build brighter, self-directed futures. About ACT/ACT TAY/STEPS ACT (Assertive Community Treatment)/ACT TAY (Assertive Community Treatment for Transitional-Aged Youth)/STEPS (Shape, Teach, Evolve, Prepare, Support) programs are a way of providing many types of service to people with chronic mental health disorders. ACT/STEPS teams provide services directly to people in their community. People who access ACT/STEPS services receive the wrap-around psychiatric services, but within the comfort of their own home and community. ACT/STEPS team members are comprised of professionals in the areas of psychiatry, social work, nursing, substance use disorders, supported employment, and peer support so they have the skills they need to meet the many needs of the people they serve. The ACT/STEPS team provides these services 24 hours a day, seven days a week, each day of the year.

Requirements

High School/GED required
Must qualify for position based on overall CSS requirements in at least one of the options listed: o Qualified addiction professional; o Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from a college or university included in the U.S. Department of Education’s database of accredited schools at http:/ope.ed.gov/accreditation; o Any four-year degree or combination of higher education and qualifying experience; o Four years of qualifying experience; or o Associate of Applied Science in Behavioral Health Support degree as designated by the Department of Mental Health.
Qualifying experience must include delivery of service to individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or developmental disabilities.
A valid driver's license and agency established minimum automobile coverage required

Nice To Haves

Associates or bachelor’s degree in a human service related field preferred
Believe in the power of employment and education as tools for recovery and wellness
Build trust easily and communicate with empathy and respect
Are resourceful and creative in helping others overcome barriers
Value teamwork and collaboration across disciplines
Are self-motivated, organized, and flexible in supporting client needs

Responsibilities

Support individuals in identifying and achieving employment or educational goals through one-on-one coaching and community engagement
Develop relationships with local employers and educational institutions to create opportunities for clients
Provide ongoing job development, placement, and retention support, including on-site coaching and benefits counseling
Assist individuals in pursuing or returning to educational programs aligned with their goals
Collaborate with the ACT team to integrate supported employment and education plans into each client’s wellness plan
Maintain thorough documentation in accordance with agency policy
Participate in flexible scheduling and on-call rotation, including some evenings or weekends as needed