Vocational Specialist

Montefiore Mount Vernon • Marshalltown, IA

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About The Position

The Vocational Specialist is a member of the ACT multidisciplinary team and has training in rehabilitation or counseling and clinical skills to assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to program clients with severe and persistent mental illnesses. The role works under the clinical supervision of the team leader and psychiatrist and focuses on vocational and educational needs, including job readiness, placement, and employment retention.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience in job search, employment counseling, or vocational rehabilitation.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field.
• Experience working with adults with severe chronic mental health conditions, substance abuse, and medical conditions.
• Knowledge of vocational and educational assessment, care plans, and timely documentation.
• Knowledge of best practices and evidence-based care management.
• Knowledge of community resources and advocacy.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vocational and educational assessments, provide motivational support, and offer vocational counseling.
• Provide job coaching and support job development.
• Assess clients’ skills, abilities, and capabilities for potential educational and vocational opportunities.
• Complete vocational assessments and coordinate community linkages and referrals for vocational opportunities.
• Assess and monitor clients’ treatment progress in relation to job readiness and placement.
• Address symptoms of mental illness that interfere with work.
• Provide case management and coordinate with employers, the Social Security Department, and Social Services to help clients maintain employment.
• Assist clients with life skills, social skills, and community linkage.
• Provide support and advocacy related to housing, money management, and wellness management to help clients find and maintain competitive employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time