PROS Employment Specialist
Access Supports•New Windsor, NY
•Hybrid
About The Position
PROS is a Community Rehabilitation and support program to assist individuals in acquiring and maintaining skills and supports to live successfully in their communities. 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. Services include wellness self-management, benefits and financial management, leisure planning, and skill development to manage symptoms and practice life skills.
Requirements
- Ability to work as an effective team player
- Ability to achieve employment outcomes is essential
- BS/BA degree in mental health, social services or business
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with people with a serious mental illness is preferred
- Experience providing employment services is preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct job development and job search activities
- Assist clients in obtaining employment
- Assist in employability skill development
- Assist in interview and resume preparedness
- Provide individualized support
- Assist clients in maintaining employment
- Provide benefits counseling
- Provide education to family members and employers
- Negotiate job accommodations when needed
- Work collaboratively with team members to achieve employment outcomes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
