Employment Specialist
About The Position
RiseWell Community Services is seeking a full-time Employment Specialist to join the Clinical Department. This is a remote position where travel is required between both Suffolk and Nassau County. The home office to report to would be West Babylon. In this role, you will utilize the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model for individuals enrolled in ACT and CORE services. Responsible for vocational and career assessment, benefits counseling, job development and placement, and job retention support for individuals with mental health diagnoses. Spend a minimum of 50% of work hours off-site, in the community, participating in job development activities. Our Clinical Services are designed to empower both adults and children/adolescents on their journey to recovery, RiseWell offers comprehensive outpatient mental health and addiction services to individuals in need. Our mission is to provide unwavering support and guidance to individuals seeking assistance through individual and group therapy, medication-assisted treatment, and comprehensive support services.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 6 months of professional or personal experience in human services
- Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health, and a Clean NYS Driver’s License
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree
Responsibilities
- vocational and career assessment
- benefits counseling
- job development and placement
- job retention support for individuals with mental health diagnoses
- Spend a minimum of 50% of work hours off-site, in the community, participating in job development activities
- utilize the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Model for individuals enrolled in ACT and CORE services
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
- Comprehensive Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
- Supplemental Pet Insurance
- Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
- Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
- Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
