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Highland Rivers Community Service Board - Austell, GA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Austell, GA

About the position

The Supported Employment Specialist at Highland Rivers Community Service Board plays a crucial role in assisting individuals with severe mental health issues, substance abuse, or intellectual developmental disabilities in finding suitable employment. This position focuses on providing ongoing support, benefits counseling, and job search planning tailored to the individual's strengths and preferences, ultimately aiming to secure competitive employment in the community.

Responsibilities

  • Secures job placement for individuals/clients in their community.
  • Negotiates with employers to develop suitable job(s) for individuals/clients.
  • Makes face-to-face contacts with individuals according to the IPS Model and Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency.
  • Manages a caseload by ensuring all services are authorized, chart paperwork is complete and current, and consumer charts are closed according to Policy and Procedure.
  • Links consumers to potential employers within 30 days of receiving referrals based on individual preference.
  • Completes and submits GVRA Monthly Progress Reports each month.
  • Submits A&I Invoice requests as scheduled for payments.
  • Responsible for keeping all charts in compliance with APS, QI, CARF, DHR standards and submits all required reports by due date.
  • Completes all appropriate documentation on a daily basis while with the consumer.
  • Actively participates in multidisciplinary treatment/recovery team meetings each week.
  • Maintains therapeutic professional boundaries when working with consumers and families.
  • Participates in and receives certification for Supported Employment from the University of Georgia's Institute for Human Development and Disability.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • One or more years of experience as a direct care service provider in a human service delivery setting, case manager, or instructor.
  • One year experience with networking with businesses in the communities and linking individuals to potential employers for jobs.

Nice-to-haves

  • Bachelor's degree in a helping field.
  • Three or more years' experience with networking with businesses in the communities and linking individuals to potential employers for jobs.
  • Bilingual abilities.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance through the State Health Benefit Plan of GA
  • Flexible Benefits such as dental, vision, life, critical illness, etc.
  • Retirement Plan with employer matching
  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off with increase of accruals based on years of service
  • 10 paid holidays
  • 1 personal day
  • Qualifying employer for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
  • NHSC loan forgiveness in qualifying counties.
  • Clinical supervision for candidates on a licensure track.
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