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 goals related to education and employment, then supports them in building skills to obtain and maintain meaningful placements. The work includes addressing barriers such as anxiety, depression, scheduling challenges, transportation, and financial limitations, combining advocacy, case management, and skills coaching to make a measurable impact in clients’ lives. The position is hybrid and community-based in Tacoma, Puyallup, and Lakewood, Washington. Work from home is combined with travel to clients in Pierce County. It is full-time, with a flexible 40-hour workweek and a schedule the employee helps create. The stated pay range 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 services.
- 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.
- Be able to pass state and federal background checks.
Responsibilities
- Support clients ages 15–40 experiencing a first episode of psychosis.
- Identify clients’ strengths, interests, capabilities, and education and employment 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 education- and employment-related services and resources.
- 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
