IPS Employment Support Professional

Easterseals PORT • Greenville, NC

1d • Remote

About The Position

The IPS Employment Support Professional (ESP) performs as an integral part of the management team working with adults with mental health and/or substance use issues. Primary duties are to secure community-based employment for individuals with disabilities according to the service definition and IPS Fidelity Model. Develops the Person-Centered Employment Plan for individuals assigned to him or her. Collaborate with other ESP, Employment Peer Mentor, outside behavioral health providers, families, natural supports, housing, transportation, and other community service providers who support the individual. Assists individuals in mastering skills and meeting production standards. IPS EPS may be required to assist in performing individual’s job duties to maintain necessary production as well as model work behavior. Coordinates services with NCDVR staff.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Possesses a valid, unrestricted, state appropriate driver’s license, has a good driving record and carries current, unrestricted vehicle insurance.
• Willing to travel within assigned territory to support community-based program.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting adults with mental health disabilities and/or substance abuse is preferred.
• Knowledge of the labor market and community services agencies as well as skills in writing task analysis, systemic job training, counseling, advocacy and supported employment are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Secure community-based employment for individuals with disabilities according to the service definition and IPS Fidelity Model.
• Develops the Person-Centered Employment Plan for individuals assigned to him or her.
• Collaborate with other ESP, Employment Peer Mentor, outside behavioral health providers, families, natural supports, housing, transportation, and other community service providers who support the individual.
• Assists individuals in mastering skills and meeting production standards.
• May be required to assist in performing individual’s job duties to maintain necessary production as well as model work behavior.
• Coordinates services with NCDVR staff.

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Benefits + an optional Flexible Health Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance and more
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and Legal services, when needed
• Lots of Merchant Discounts to improve your purchasing power!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED