Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Employment Specialist (3936)
About The Position
Carolina Outreach is seeking a full-time Employment Specialist to join their Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team. This role involves providing community-based, in-home therapy and employment support for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. The primary focus is on promoting symptom stability, enhancing community functioning, and supporting individuals in achieving employment, housing, and educational goals. The Employment Specialist will work collaboratively with clients, families, and natural supports to deliver person-centered, strengths-based interventions tailored to individual needs. This is an onsite position.
Requirements
- Must meet Qualified Professional (QP) status
- Bachelors Degree in Human Services/Psychology
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Commitment to delivering person-centered, trauma-informed care
- Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team
- Must be free from all illicit substance use
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Nice To Haves
- Placement within the salary range is based on licensure level, education, and experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and family therapy to clients receiving ACT services.
- Implement therapeutic, crisis, behavioral, and psychoeducational interventions based on evidence-based practices.
- Conduct employment assessments and recommend or implement treatment options.
- Collaborate with clients, families, natural supports, and collateral agencies to achieve goals outlined in the Person-Centered Plan (PCP).
- Assist with developing and evaluating crisis plans and transition plans for clients entering or leaving services.
- Offer consultation to the ACT team on employment, housing, and education-related issues.
- Provide work-related services and advocate for clients in the community.
- Support clients in achieving daily living and social interaction goals.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including treatment notes, goals, and plans for the medical record.
- Ensure fidelity to the ACT model as measured by TMACT standards.
- Provide training for families and natural supports to enhance interactions with clients.
- Deliver ongoing education and support to promote symptom stability and community integration.
- Help clients find, obtain, and maintain employment.
- Complete documentation and track client progress accurately.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Opportunities for growth over time
- Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem
- Wellness: Sydney app (Anthem) with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental
- Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed
- Optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Generous paid time off
- 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
- Financial planning and education services at no cost
- Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)
- Educational Assistance (eligibility determined by position, date of hire and years of service)
- Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
- Advancement and Career Development Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
