Supported Employment Specialist - Mental Health 204

Lc0204-Tact • Gresham, OR

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About The Position

Under direct supervision, serves as a primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness, helping them live as independently as possible in their chosen community. Provides knowledge of a specialty area to the treatment team and program. The role is with Telecare’s Assertive Community Treatment program in Oregon (TACT), which serves 150 adults ages 18–59 with serious mental illness who are working toward independent living. This is a full-time position with an AM schedule, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The expected starting wage range is $21.49–$26.25; the assigned pay range depends on the geographic location where the role is performed, and starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Requirements

• High school graduation or G.E.D. equivalent and three years of direct services experience in mental health or community services; or an associate degree and two years of experience; or a bachelor’s degree in Social Services.
• At least one year of experience in the area of specialty served, such as benefits, education, or employment.
• Valid and current driver’s license.
• Personal vehicle insurance listing the employee as a driver.
• Willingness to use a personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness.
• Assist individuals to live as independently as possible in their chosen community.
• Provide knowledge of a specialty area to the treatment team and program.
• Use a personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.

Benefits

• Paid time off, accrued each pay period for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shift and 10% for NOC shift.
• Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff: 5% for Weekend AM shift, 11% for Weekend PM shift, and 15% for Weekend NOC shift.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs).
• Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
• Coaching and mentorship.
• Online University tuition discount and company scholarships.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED