Vocational Support Specialist- (Part time)

Brightli • Raytown, MO

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About The Position

The Vocational Support Specialist (VSS) empowers clients through on- and off-site training in skill development, career planning, and employment retention. The role involves instructional activities focused on soft skills, work readiness, and independent living skills, while building strong relationships with clients and supporting their career paths and ongoing success in the workforce. The position is based in Raytown, Missouri, within Employment Services, and offers compensation of $17 per hour.

The organization describes its workplace as collaborative and inclusive, with a culture focused on employee well-being and belonging. Brightli’s mission includes improving client care, sharing resources to reduce the financial burden on community mental health centers, advocating for increased access to mental health and substance use care, and evolving behavioral health services to better meet client needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.
• Successful completion of criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint background checks.
• Complete New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment and meet annual training requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in an applicable field from an accredited institution.
• Experience in rehabilitation, employment services, case management, social services, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Treat clients, referral sources, stakeholders, and team members with dignity and respect.
• Follow confidentiality, CARF, and contractual standards while providing services.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of disabilities and potential assistive technology or accommodations that can support individuals’ personal and employment goals.
• Compile and review vocational, medical, psychological, and educational information to support clients’ skill development and career planning.
• Coordinate paid, work-based learning experiences with participants, including orientation and administrative processes.
• Monitor and report progress toward individualized service plan goals and provide job support techniques tailored to client needs.
• Educate employers about the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities and facilitate job accommodations.
• Build employer relationships to develop competitive, integrated employment opportunities for clients.
• Advocate for clients with employers and stakeholders, and promote the organization at community events.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 counseling, legal assistance, and financial consultation for the employee and household at no cost.
• Mileage reimbursement for work functions requiring travel.
• Employee discounts for hotels, theme parks, attractions, and college tuition.
• Paid time off package for full-time employees.
• Health, dental, vision, retirement, and life benefits for full-time employees.
• Initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive training.
• Career advancement opportunities and promotion from within.
• Supportive workplace culture focused on employee well-being, health, and happiness.

What This Job Offers

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