Employment Support Professional

Easterseals PORT•Jacksonville, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH), our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are looking for a dedicated, people-focused Employment Support Professional (ESP) to join our team. This community-based role offers a flexible Monday–Friday schedule, a competitive salary, and requires travel throughout Onslow county. If you're looking for a fun and rewarding opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! This isn’t just a job — you will be influencing change and shaping futures in our shared mission of helping people reach their full potential. 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 by better understanding their roles, expectations, and steps needed for efficiency/effectiveness. Coordinates services with NCDVR staff.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Possesses a valid, unrestricted North Carolina driver’s license, has a good driving record, and carries current, unrestricted vehicle insurance.
Willing to travel within the 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 by better understanding their roles, expectations, and steps needed for efficiency/effectiveness.
Coordinates services with NCDVR staff.