IPS Employment Specialist

Unity House of Troy • City of Troy, NY

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About The Position

This is a unique opportunity to assist Unity House of Troy’s vulnerable populations through meaningful, recovery-oriented employment services. The Individual Placement Support (IPS) Employment Specialist is a core member of the ACT Team and is responsible for helping individuals with serious mental illness obtain and maintain competitive employment and pursue educational goals using the evidence-based IPS model. $2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least six (6) months of personal or professional experience in human services working with individuals with severe mental illness.
• Valid New York State driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel independently, with or without reasonable accommodations, throughout the community.
• Ability to conduct outreach with local employers and work in community-based settings.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to produce reports and effectively use computer software and electronic documentation systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing employment services to individuals with barriers to employment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively collaborate with the ACT Team and other Unity House programs to develop, implement, and monitor individualized employment services.
• Provide direct support to participants seeking competitive employment, including resume development, completing job applications, and supporting the interview process.
• Assist participants with educational services, including coordination and visits to local GED programs, vocational programs, and colleges.
• Provide follow-along job coaching and ongoing support to assist individuals in maintaining employment.
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to support community-based employment opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and timely case record documentation in accordance with program funding requirements and Unity House policies.
• Ensure the electronic health record system is updated appropriately, including required employment-related documentation.
• Participate in ACT Team meetings, service planning, and coordination of care.
• Promote and model an environment of inclusion, respect, and belonging for participants and colleagues.

Benefits

• 13 paid days off in your first year for full time employment (increases every year)
• 56 hours of NYS Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays
• Major medical leave
• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
• 403b contributions after one year
• Plus, gym, tuition and cell phone discounts and a 50% reduction in childcare tuition at A Child's Place.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees