Employment Specialist

Access: Supports for Living • Millbrook, NY

21d • $21

About The Position

At Access: Supports for Living and our Access: Network partners, we help people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - and we support our staff in doing the same. Across our family of organizations, team members work in mental health, substance use, disability, employment, housing, and family services, doing meaningful work in a collaborative and respectful environment. We offer supportive leadership, opportunities to learn and grow, competitive benefits, and the chance to build a career with purpose. If you’re looking for work that matters and a team that values what you bring, the Access Network is a great place to be.
PROS (Personal Recovery Oriented Services) is a Community Rehabilitation program to support individuals with a history of serious mental illness. Our goal is to assist individuals in acquiring and maintaining skills and supports to live successfully in their communities. These include: wellness self-management, benefits and financial management, leisure planning, and skill development to manage symptoms and practice life skills. This program offers intensive rehabilitation services to assist individuals in obtaining specific life roles, and to reduce the risk of relapse, hospitalization, loss of housing, or involvement with the criminal justice system. Extensive research has proven that consistent and meaningful employment has been a key factor in determining the social determinants of health.

Requirements

• Experience with individuals with mental illness preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
• Comfortable working independently and in the community
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Associate’s degree in mental health, social services, or business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in job search, skill development, and career planning
• Conduct community job development and employer outreach
• Facilitate small employment-focused groups
• Collaborate with treatment teams and employers to ensure success
• Maintain accurate data and reports

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefit package
• tuition assistance
• generous amount of PTO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees