EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST - CCSEP (NORTH COUNTY)

Neighborhood House Association•San Diego, CA

33d•$28 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Neighborhood House Association (NHA) is a non-profit organization. This position is part of the Career Core Supported Employment Program (CCSEP), which assists active adult and Transitional Aged Youth (TAY) job seekers with a qualifying behavioral health diagnosis in finding and securing competitive employment using the evidence-based Individualized Placement and Support (IPS) model. The Employment Specialist will provide employment services compliant with the IPS model, collaborating with clients and staff to offer effective supported employment services and assist in other roles as needed.

Requirements

Completion of two years of education post high school.
One (1) year of experience as an IPS Specialist or an employment specialist or related experience.
Ability to plan and organize efficiently.
Demonstrate positive, professional, and tactful communication skills.
Knowledge of the needs of people with severe mental illness and co-occurring disorders and community resources.
Demonstrate enthusiasm and motivation to support clients in their recovery goals.
Knowledge of serious and persistent mental illnesses, co-occurring disorders, bio-psychosocial rehabilitation principles, and evidence-based practices for recovery programs.
Ability to communicate in a positive, professional, and tactful manner.
Exercise tact, objectivity, and sensitivity when dealing with clients and staff.
Knowledge of relevant software and ability to use Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel).
A valid Class B California Driver’s License with passenger endorsement within 6 months of hire.
A clear TB test required upon hire and must be maintained every four (4) years.
Knowledge of cultural issues, values, and beliefs of the target population of adults with SMI background, homelessness, and co-occurring disorders, relevant to providing appropriate program services.

Nice To Haves

Applicant with lived experience preferred.
IPS Peer or IPS Certification or Peer Support Specialist Certification preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a minimum caseload of 20 active job seekers by conducting vocational support groups and classes.
Manage, collect, and enter data and information in the IPS tracking tool and maintain records for tracking client progress.
Establish linkages with potential employers and community partners, and maintain a directory of employers relevant to clients' preferences and common work experiences.
Attend meetings, training, and workshops pertaining to responsibilities and duties to ensure at least 6 face-to-face employer contacts per week per client are achieved.
Utilize a strengths-based approach when serving clients, recognizing each person’s skills, experiences, and values that support attainment of competitive employment.
Write person-specific plans that are congruent with each person’s goals.
Provide accurate information and assist with informed decision-making.
Provide on-time and regular face-to-face contact with clients to offer time-unlimited follow-along supports.
Actively participate in individual or one-on-one supervision, vocational unit meetings, and multidisciplinary teams to advocate and discuss challenges.
Demonstrate knowledge of the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model, Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) practices, and Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP).

Benefits

15 Holidays Days
401(K) Retirement 6% Match
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement up $2,500
2 Personal Days
Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Agency-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Live Well Program
4 Paid Days Annual Bereavement (Note Total of 5 days of bereavement leave per loss)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
Voluntary Benefits: Life and AD&D Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)