Employment Specialist - Start Your Career in Human Services (Psychology Grads Welcome!)

Ability & Beyond

133d • $42,640

About The Position

At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful! We are excited to invite applications for the role of Employment Specialist across our Westchester County Team. As an Employment Specialist, you will work closely with individuals with mental health and recovery needs, intellectual disabilities, or developmental disabilities, helping them secure and maintain meaningful employment. This role is perfect for recent college graduates, those studying psychology or human services, career changers, and individuals with a background in sales.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, human services, or a related field.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication, advocacy, and networking skills.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Lived experience in mental health recovery is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Background in psychology or human services.
• Experience in sales or education looking to transition into human services.

Responsibilities

• Use different individualized placement models to assist individuals referred through various support and funding programs.
• Help individuals find competitive, integrated employment, and provide job coaching and supplemental training.
• Offer ongoing support to individuals, including goal setting, resume writing, interview skill building, and soft skills development.
• Identify job opportunities, develop soft skills, and network with businesses to create job placements.
• Complete required documentation accurately and conduct follow-up visits to ensure job placement success.

Benefits

• Extensive paid training and certification program.
• Generous benefits package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance).
• Paid time off (increases over years of service).
• Self-directed retirement plan options (403B).
• PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources.
• Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree