VOCATIONAL SPECIALIST

cbfbdc9a-a7f6-4833-9211-9b7695508c8f•Wilmington, DE

8h•$0 - $21

About The Position

Resources for Human Development (RHD), part of the Inperium family of companies, is seeking a compassionate and motivated Vocational Specialist for its Behavioral Health team. The role supports individuals in achieving employment, educational, and career goals, overcoming employment barriers, building financial stability, and increasing independence through meaningful work and career development. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc. The Vocational Specialist builds relationships with community employers and partners, assesses individuals’ vocational interests and strengths, and helps connect them with education, training, and employment opportunities. The role includes individualized employment planning, job development and placement, coaching and ongoing support, benefits navigation, financial literacy guidance, advocacy for competitive integrated employment, and accurate documentation. The position is full-time, primarily during daytime hours, and involves community-based travel. The schedule may vary based on program and business needs, with occasional evening or weekend hours potentially required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a clinical, educational, rehabilitation, vocational, social service, human services, or related field; three years of related experience and documented training may be substituted for the education requirement.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
At least three years of continuous driving experience.
CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic documentation systems.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb stairs.
Ability to drive and travel throughout the community and perform community-based employment support activities.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in behavioral health, vocational rehabilitation, workforce development, employment services, or a related field.
Experience working with individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
Experience in sales, marketing, workforce development, employer engagement, or job placement services.
Experience working with underserved populations.

Responsibilities

Develop relationships with community employers to create employment opportunities for individuals served.
Conduct vocational assessments and identify career interests, strengths, and employment goals.
Assist individuals in locating educational, vocational training, and employment opportunities.
Provide job development, placement assistance, coaching, and ongoing employment support.
Collaborate with employers, educational institutions, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR), and community partners.
Develop individualized employment and rehabilitation plans.
Support individuals with benefits navigation and explain the impact of employment earnings on public benefits.
Provide financial literacy education and guidance.
Assist individuals in overcoming employment barriers and achieving long-term success.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Advocate for competitive, integrated community employment opportunities.