Supported Employment and Education Specialist, New Journeys Program

Seattle Children's Hospital • Seattle, WA

31d • $35 - $53

About The Position

The Supported Employment and Education (SEE) Specialist works on assisting individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD), or other barriers to employment and education to achieve their career and academic goal. This position focuses on providing individualized support, guidance, and advocacy to help participants secure and maintain competitive employment or enroll in and successfully complete educational programs. Limited Term expected end date: June 30, 2027

Requirements

• Bachelor's level degree, preferably clinical, with experience as a supported education, supported employment or vocational specialist in Psychology, Behavioral Science, Sociology, Human Services, counseling, or Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in providing direct support services to children, teens, adults or families with mental health conditions or Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
• Must have access to a vehicle and be willing and able to travel frequently throughout the community to meet participants, potential employers, and schools. Travel locations may not be directly accessible by transportation routes.
• Current Washington State Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• Flexibility to provide services outside of the traditional business hours (e.g., M-F 9 am to 5 pm) when needed. Evening or weekend availability may be necessary to accommodate participant schedules.
• Experience working specifically with individuals ages 13 and older.
• Experience working with individuals with psychosis and other serious mental illnesses (SMI).
• Experience working on a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Master's level clinician with experience as a supported education, supported employment specialist, or vocational specialist.
• Experience with evidence-based practices in supported employment (based on essential functions).

Benefits

• Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
• Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees