Supported Education and Employment Specialist
About The Position
Clarvida is seeking a New Journeys Supported Education & Employment (SEE) Specialist to support Medicaid clients ages 15–40 experiencing their first episode of psychosis. The specialist helps clients identify their strengths, interests, capabilities, and education and employment goals, then supports them in developing the skills needed to obtain and maintain meaningful placements. The work includes addressing barriers such as anxiety, depression, scheduling challenges, transportation, and financial limitations through advocacy, case management, and skills coaching. The position is hybrid and community-based, combining work from home with travel to clients in Pierce County, Washington. The role is full-time, with a flexible 40-hour workweek and a schedule the employee helps create. Compensation is $20–$29 per hour.
Requirements
- Meet one of the following qualification pathways: a bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Services, or a related field with experience providing supported employment, education, or similar services; Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) certification with at least one year of demonstrated experience; Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification with at least one year of demonstrated experience; or four or more years of experience providing supported employment, education, independent living assistance, or similar service.
- Be eligible to become a Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor through the Washington Department of Health.
- Have a valid Washington driver’s license, active auto insurance, and proof of education.
- Pass state and federal background checks.
Responsibilities
- Support clients ages 15–40 experiencing a first episode of psychosis.
- Identify client strengths, interests, capabilities, and employment or education goals.
- Assist with resume development, interview preparation, and job readiness skills.
- Support clients in managing anxiety, depression, anger, and other challenges related to work or school.
- Provide ongoing support to help clients maintain placements or overcome barriers.
- Advocate for clients with employers, schools, and community partners.
- Coordinate services and resources related to education and employment.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with program standards.
Benefits
- Flexible 40-hour workweek with a schedule the employee helps create.
- Paid vacation days that increase with tenure.
- Separate sick leave that rolls over annually.
- Up to 10 paid holidays.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- DailyPay access to earned wages before payday.
- Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure requirements.
- 401(k).
- Free licensure supervision.
- Pet insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Cell phone stipend.
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Job Type
Full-time
