Employment Specialist Community Treatment Team

Trinity Health•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Employment Specialist within a Community Treatment Team, your primary responsibility is to assist individuals with mental health concerns or disabilities in finding and maintaining employment. The team is mobile and delivers services in community locations to enable each consumer to find and live in their own residence and find and maintain work in community jobs rather than expecting the consumer to come to the program.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Human Service and (1) year of practical experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Human Service such as; sociology, social work, psychology, criminal justice, gerontology, counseling, education or nursing and (3) years of experience in a related field.
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to drive an organization vehicle
Act 33/34/73 (Criminal, Child and FBI Check) clearances
Pre-Employment Drug Screen

Nice To Haves

Networking experience preferred.
Vocational rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assessing the vocational skills, interests, and employment goals of individuals receiving treatment within the community mental health program.
Actively seeking out and cultivating relationships with local businesses and employers to identify job opportunities suitable for clients. This involves networking, cold-calling, and marketing the skills and abilities of clients to potential employers.
Matching clients with appropriate job opportunities based on their skills, interests, and abilities. This may involve providing job coaching, resume development, interview preparation, and assistance with job applications.
Providing ongoing support to clients in the workplace to ensure job retention and success. This could include helping clients navigate workplace challenges, providing accommodations, and advocating for their needs with employers.
Offering guidance and support to clients in exploring career options, setting vocational goals, and developing strategies for achieving those goals.
Working closely with other members of the Community Treatment Team, including therapists, case managers, and psychiatrists, to ensure that employment goals are integrated into the overall treatment plan for each person served.
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of client progress, job placements, and employer interactions. This may also involve documenting any barriers or challenges faced by clients in their pursuit of employment.
Engaging with community organizations, vocational rehabilitation agencies, and other relevant stakeholders to expand job opportunities and support services for clients.