Employment and Education Specialist

BRIDGEWAY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES • Union, NJ

102d • $40,000 - $48,000

About The Position

As an Employment and Education Specialist, you will join an evidence-based program and a dynamic team for the opportunity to learn and refine your clinical and engagement skills and accomplish your dream of helping people to make progress on their unique recovery journeys. The work is sometimes challenging and always rewarding by engaging with persons we serve and co-workers as we all learn, grow, and thrive.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related area.
• 2 years post degree experience in the provision of MH vocational services preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provides SE and SED evidence-based services to persons with serious mental illnesses.
• Uses best SED practices in supporting persons to meet their education goals.
• Implements SE best practices in helping persons served through the Choose, Get, Keep and Leave process.
• Conducts pre-placement assessments, career planning, job development, job seeking and job placement.
• Provides job coaching and follow-along services.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b, basic life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, EAP.
• Eligible for medical benefits after 30 days of employment.
• Flexible work schedules, clinical training series, leadership development program.
• 10 paid holidays (an 11th after 2 years of employment), generous vacation and sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree